Sand Pit New Hope Church Dam
Key Takeaway
Sand Pit New Hope Church Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 391 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00094 |
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
NO INFO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sand Pit New Hope Church Dam?
Sand Pit New Hope Church 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 Sand Pit New Hope Church Dam?
Sand Pit New Hope Church Dam is owned by NO INFO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sand Pit New Hope Church Dam built?
Sand Pit New Hope Church Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Sand Pit New Hope Church Dam?
Sand Pit New Hope Church Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.