Strain Nursery
Key Takeaway
Strain Nursery is classified as significant hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 59.3% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 735 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02210 |
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
STRAIN NURSERY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Strain Nursery?
Strain Nursery 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 Strain Nursery?
Strain Nursery is owned by STRAIN NURSERY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Strain Nursery built?
Strain Nursery was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Strain Nursery?
Strain Nursery serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Strain Nursery?
Strain Nursery has a dam height of 20 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.