William Allen Pond 2
Key Takeaway
William Allen Pond 2 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 5% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 1,821 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 195 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02364 |
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
WILLIAM L. ALLEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of William Allen Pond 2?
William Allen Pond 2 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 William Allen Pond 2?
William Allen Pond 2 is owned by WILLIAM L. ALLEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was William Allen Pond 2 built?
William Allen Pond 2 was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 William Allen Pond 2?
William Allen Pond 2 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is William Allen Pond 2?
William Allen Pond 2 has a dam height of 10 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 William Allen Pond 2 last inspected?
William Allen Pond 2 was last inspected on November 29, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.