Town Creek W/S Dam Site 3
Key Takeaway
Town Creek W/S Dam Site 3 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 68.6% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 1,575 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 813 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,068 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01693 |
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
DR. HUGH TAYLOR
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Town Creek W/S Dam Site 3?
Town Creek W/S Dam Site 3 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 3?
Town Creek W/S Dam Site 3 is owned by DR. HUGH TAYLOR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Town Creek W/S Dam Site 3 built?
Town Creek W/S Dam Site 3 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 3?
Town Creek W/S Dam Site 3 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 3?
Town Creek W/S Dam Site 3 has a dam height of 22 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 3 last inspected?
Town Creek W/S Dam Site 3 was last inspected on February 5, 1992. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.