Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 8
Key Takeaway
Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 8 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 | 47 ft (taller than 93% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 1,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 390 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 77 acres |
| Drainage Area | 21 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,080 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00580 |
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
LEWIS E. ACKER
Private
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High Hazard 73 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 8?
Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 8 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 8?
Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 8 is owned by LEWIS E. ACKER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 8 built?
Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 8 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 W/S Dam Site 8?
Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 8 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 8?
Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 8 has a dam height of 47 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 8 last inspected?
Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 8 was last inspected on April 21, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.