Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 33
Key Takeaway
Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 33 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 51 ft (taller than 94.2% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 226 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,924 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00609 |
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
WILL POLLARD
Private
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 33?
Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 33 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 33?
Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 33 is owned by WILL POLLARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 33 built?
Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 33 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 33?
Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 33 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 33?
Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 33 has a dam height of 51 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 33 last inspected?
Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 33 was last inspected on April 12, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.