Suarez Dam
Key Takeaway
Suarez Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 49.8% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 540 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02571 |
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
NEIL SUAREZ
Private
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Suarez Dam?
Suarez Dam 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 Suarez Dam?
Suarez Dam is owned by NEIL SUAREZ (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Suarez Dam built?
Suarez Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Suarez Dam?
Suarez Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Suarez Dam?
Suarez Dam has a dam height of 18 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.