Whitley Lake
Key Takeaway
Whitley Lake is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 15.1% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 265 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 230 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00132 |
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
S G WHITLEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Whitley Lake?
Whitley Lake 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 Whitley Lake?
Whitley Lake is owned by S G WHITLEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whitley Lake built?
Whitley Lake was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Whitley Lake?
Whitley Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Whitley Lake?
Whitley Lake has a dam height of 12 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.