Yacht Club Bay Dam Number 15
Key Takeaway
Yacht Club Bay Dam Number 15 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 265 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 120 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01458 |
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
GULF STATES PAPER CORP
Private
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Yacht Club Bay Dam Number 15?
Yacht Club Bay Dam Number 15 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 Yacht Club Bay Dam Number 15?
Yacht Club Bay Dam Number 15 is owned by GULF STATES PAPER CORP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Yacht Club Bay Dam Number 15 built?
Yacht Club Bay Dam Number 15 was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Yacht Club Bay Dam Number 15?
Yacht Club Bay Dam Number 15 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.