Town Creek W/S Dam Site 16
Key Takeaway
Town Creek W/S Dam Site 16 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 | 23 ft (taller than 70.4% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 2,950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 109 acres |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,595 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01694 |
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
NEAL WILLIAMS
Private
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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Town Creek W/S Dam Site 16?
Town Creek W/S Dam Site 16 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 Town Creek W/S Dam Site 16?
Town Creek W/S Dam Site 16 is owned by NEAL WILLIAMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Town Creek W/S Dam Site 16 built?
Town Creek W/S Dam Site 16 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 Town Creek W/S Dam Site 16?
Town Creek W/S Dam Site 16 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 Town Creek W/S Dam Site 16?
Town Creek W/S Dam Site 16 has a dam height of 23 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 Town Creek W/S Dam Site 16 last inspected?
Town Creek W/S Dam Site 16 was last inspected on February 5, 1992. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.