Robertson Pond
Key Takeaway
Robertson Pond is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 70.4% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 527 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 176 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 210 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02549 |
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
T. H. ROBERTSON & SONS, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Robertson Pond?
Robertson Pond 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 Robertson Pond?
Robertson Pond is owned by T. H. ROBERTSON & SONS, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Robertson Pond built?
Robertson Pond was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Robertson Pond?
Robertson Pond 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 Robertson Pond?
Robertson Pond has a dam height of 23 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.