Smith,Walker,And Johnson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Smith,Walker,And Johnson Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 75.4% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 257 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01015 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SMITH,WALKER,& JOHNSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Smith,Walker,And Johnson Lake Dam?
Smith,Walker,And Johnson Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Smith,Walker,And Johnson Lake Dam?
Smith,Walker,And Johnson Lake Dam is owned by SMITH,WALKER,& JOHNSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Smith,Walker,And Johnson Lake Dam built?
Smith,Walker,And Johnson Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Smith,Walker,And Johnson Lake Dam?
Smith,Walker,And Johnson Lake Dam 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 Smith,Walker,And Johnson Lake Dam?
Smith,Walker,And Johnson Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Smith,Walker,And Johnson Lake Dam last inspected?
Smith,Walker,And Johnson Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.