Sulligent Dam
Key Takeaway
Sulligent Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 83.1% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 872 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 756 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 70 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,890 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00109 |
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
SULLIGENT RECREATION
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sulligent Dam?
Sulligent 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 Sulligent Dam?
Sulligent Dam is owned by SULLIGENT RECREATION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sulligent Dam built?
Sulligent Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Sulligent Dam?
Sulligent 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 Sulligent Dam?
Sulligent Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Sulligent Dam last inspected?
Sulligent Dam was last inspected on June 14, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.