Terpin Vise

TR-BIG BRUSH CREEK· Hale, Alabama· Built 1971· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Terpin Vise is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 15.1% in AL)
Dam Length2,700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage209 acre-ft
Normal Storage162 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDAL02183

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 29, 1978
State Regulated: No

Ownership

TERPIN VISE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Terpin Vise?

Terpin Vise 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 Terpin Vise?

Terpin Vise is owned by TERPIN VISE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Terpin Vise built?

Terpin Vise was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Terpin Vise?

Terpin Vise 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 Terpin Vise?

Terpin Vise has a dam height of 12 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 Terpin Vise last inspected?

Terpin Vise was last inspected on October 29, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.