Turpin Vise
Key Takeaway
Turpin Vise is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 31.9% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 212 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02193 |
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
TURPIN VISE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Turpin Vise?
Turpin Vise 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 Turpin Vise?
Turpin Vise is owned by TURPIN VISE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Turpin Vise built?
Turpin Vise was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Turpin Vise?
Turpin Vise serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Turpin Vise?
Turpin Vise has a dam height of 15 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.