Stevens No.4
Key Takeaway
Stevens No.4 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 25.4% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 310 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02416 |
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
CHICO STEVENS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stevens No.4?
Stevens No.4 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 Stevens No.4?
Stevens No.4 is owned by CHICO STEVENS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stevens No.4 built?
Stevens No.4 was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Stevens No.4?
Stevens No.4 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 Stevens No.4?
Stevens No.4 has a dam height of 14 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 Stevens No.4 last inspected?
Stevens No.4 was last inspected on January 20, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.