William D. Rowland
Key Takeaway
William D. Rowland is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 70.4% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 190 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02533 |
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 D. ROWLAND
Private
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Significant HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of William D. Rowland?
William D. Rowland 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 D. Rowland?
William D. Rowland is owned by WILLIAM D. ROWLAND (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was William D. Rowland built?
William D. Rowland was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 D. Rowland?
William D. Rowland 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 William D. Rowland?
William D. Rowland 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.