Roshell Hollingsworth #4

TR-PRAIRIE CK.· Hale, Alabama· Built 1986· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Other Private

Key Takeaway

Roshell Hollingsworth #4 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 15.1% in AL)
Dam Length2,576 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage91 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge262 cfs
Year Completed1986 (40 years old)
NID IDAL02347

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 15, 1986
State Regulated: No

Ownership

ROSHELL HOLLINGSWORTH

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Roshell Hollingsworth #4?

Roshell Hollingsworth #4 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 Roshell Hollingsworth #4?

Roshell Hollingsworth #4 is owned by ROSHELL HOLLINGSWORTH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Roshell Hollingsworth #4 built?

Roshell Hollingsworth #4 was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Roshell Hollingsworth #4?

Roshell Hollingsworth #4 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Roshell Hollingsworth #4?

Roshell Hollingsworth #4 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.

When was Roshell Hollingsworth #4 last inspected?

Roshell Hollingsworth #4 was last inspected on October 15, 1986. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.