Terrapin Creek WS Dam Site 22
Key Takeaway
Terrapin Creek WS Dam Site 22 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 106 ft (taller than 98.8% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 264 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 22 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00608 |
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
U.S. FOREST SERVICE
Local Government
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Terrapin Creek WS Dam Site 22?
Terrapin Creek WS Dam Site 22 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 WS Dam Site 22?
Terrapin Creek WS Dam Site 22 is owned by U.S. FOREST SERVICE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Terrapin Creek WS Dam Site 22 built?
Terrapin Creek WS Dam Site 22 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 WS Dam Site 22?
Terrapin Creek WS Dam Site 22 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 WS Dam Site 22?
Terrapin Creek WS Dam Site 22 has a dam height of 106 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 WS Dam Site 22 last inspected?
Terrapin Creek WS Dam Site 22 was last inspected on March 27, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.