Robert Brantley
Key Takeaway
Robert Brantley is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 15.1% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 125 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00658 |
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
ROBERT BRANTLEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Robert Brantley?
Robert Brantley 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 Robert Brantley?
Robert Brantley is owned by ROBERT BRANTLEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Robert Brantley built?
Robert Brantley was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Robert Brantley?
Robert Brantley 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 Robert Brantley?
Robert Brantley has a dam height of 12 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.