Scott Paper CO Dam

TR-ESCATAWPA RIVER· Washington, Alabama· Built 1965· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Scott Paper CO Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length505 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage52 acre-ft
Normal Storage52 acre-ft
Max Discharge50 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDAL01756

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

SCOTT PAPER CO

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Scott Paper CO Dam?

Scott Paper CO 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 Scott Paper CO Dam?

Scott Paper CO Dam is owned by SCOTT PAPER CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Scott Paper CO Dam built?

Scott Paper CO Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Scott Paper CO Dam?

Scott Paper CO Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

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.