Stevem3
Key Takeaway
Stevem3 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 79.2% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 233 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02534 |
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
DELANEY DEVELOPMENT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stevem3?
Stevem3 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 Stevem3?
Stevem3 is owned by DELANEY DEVELOPMENT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stevem3 built?
Stevem3 was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Stevem3?
Stevem3 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stevem3?
Stevem3 has a dam height of 26 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.