Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 23
Key Takeaway
Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 23 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 59.3% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 2,195 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 881 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 295 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02535 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MARENGO CO. COMMISSION
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 23?
Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 23 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 23?
Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 23 is owned by MARENGO CO. COMMISSION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 23 built?
Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 23 was completed in 1995, making it 31 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 23?
Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 23 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 23?
Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 23 has a dam height of 20 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 23 last inspected?
Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 23 was last inspected on November 28, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.