Pruitt Dam
Key Takeaway
Pruitt Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 56% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 775 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 245 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02262 |
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
DRAYTON PRUITT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pruitt Dam?
Pruitt Dam 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 Pruitt Dam?
Pruitt Dam is owned by DRAYTON PRUITT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pruitt Dam built?
Pruitt Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Pruitt Dam?
Pruitt Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pruitt Dam?
Pruitt Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Pruitt Dam last inspected?
Pruitt Dam was last inspected on March 12, 1984. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.