State Cattle Ranch #15
Key Takeaway
State Cattle Ranch #15 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 | 15 ft (taller than 31.9% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 3,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 181 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02340 |
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
STATE CATTLE RANCH
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of State Cattle Ranch #15?
State Cattle Ranch #15 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 State Cattle Ranch #15?
State Cattle Ranch #15 is owned by STATE CATTLE RANCH (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was State Cattle Ranch #15 built?
State Cattle Ranch #15 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 State Cattle Ranch #15?
State Cattle Ranch #15 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 State Cattle Ranch #15?
State Cattle Ranch #15 has a dam height of 15 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 State Cattle Ranch #15 last inspected?
State Cattle Ranch #15 was last inspected on September 24, 1986. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.