State Cattle Ranch Dam No.7
Key Takeaway
State Cattle Ranch Dam No.7 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 625 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01560 |
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
ALA STATE PRISON FARM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of State Cattle Ranch Dam No.7?
State Cattle Ranch Dam No.7 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 Dam No.7?
State Cattle Ranch Dam No.7 is owned by ALA STATE PRISON FARM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was State Cattle Ranch Dam No.7 built?
State Cattle Ranch Dam No.7 was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Dam No.7?
State Cattle Ranch Dam No.7 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.