Roanoke City Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Roanoke City Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 2,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00825 |
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
CITY OF ROANOKE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Roanoke City Reservoir?
Roanoke City Reservoir 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 Roanoke City Reservoir?
Roanoke City Reservoir is owned by CITY OF ROANOKE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Roanoke City Reservoir built?
Roanoke City Reservoir was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Roanoke City Reservoir?
Roanoke City Reservoir serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.