Roy Alexander Dam
Key Takeaway
Roy Alexander Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 49.8% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00349 |
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
ROY ALEXANDER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Roy Alexander Dam?
Roy Alexander Dam 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 Roy Alexander Dam?
Roy Alexander Dam is owned by ROY ALEXANDER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Roy Alexander Dam built?
Roy Alexander Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Roy Alexander Dam?
Roy Alexander Dam 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 Roy Alexander Dam?
Roy Alexander Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Roy Alexander Dam last inspected?
Roy Alexander Dam was last inspected on August 16, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.