Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 24
Key Takeaway
Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 24 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 | 18 ft (taller than 49.8% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 316 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 286 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02532 |
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
WILLIAM RANKIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 24?
Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 24 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 24?
Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 24 is owned by WILLIAM RANKIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 24 built?
Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 24 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 24?
Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 24 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 24?
Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 24 has a dam height of 18 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 24 last inspected?
Powell Creek W/S Dam Site 24 was last inspected on July 15, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.