Robert Free Pond # 8
Key Takeaway
Robert Free Pond # 8 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 3% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 3,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 133 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02559 |
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 FREE
Private
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Low Hazard 8 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Robert Free Pond # 8?
Robert Free Pond # 8 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 Free Pond # 8?
Robert Free Pond # 8 is owned by ROBERT FREE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Robert Free Pond # 8 built?
Robert Free Pond # 8 was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Free Pond # 8?
Robert Free Pond # 8 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Robert Free Pond # 8?
Robert Free Pond # 8 has a dam height of 9 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.