Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 17
Key Takeaway
Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 17 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 85.5% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 638 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00582 |
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
TERRAPIN CREEK WATERSHED CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
Local Government
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 17?
Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 17 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 Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 17?
Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 17 is owned by TERRAPIN CREEK WATERSHED CONSERVANCY DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 17 built?
Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 17 was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 17?
Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 17 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 17?
Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 17 has a dam height of 31 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 Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 17 last inspected?
Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 17 was last inspected on February 27, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.