Raynagua
Key Takeaway
Raynagua is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 44% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 404 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 197 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 550 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00030 |
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
CHAS FINCHER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Raynagua?
Raynagua 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 Raynagua?
Raynagua is owned by CHAS FINCHER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Raynagua built?
Raynagua was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Raynagua?
Raynagua serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Raynagua?
Raynagua has a dam height of 17 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.