Greenleaf - Choccolocco Site 2 is a Federal-owned dam located in Calhoun, Alabama, along the Choccolocco Creek.
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Built in 1969 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth dam stands at 66 feet in height and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction. With a storage capacity of 7,215 acre-feet and a drainage area of 21 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood hazards in the region.
Despite its high hazard potential and very high risk assessment, Greenleaf - Choccolocco Site 2 has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 9 feet and vertical lift outlet gates. Managed by the Forest Service and inspected by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam is key to protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. While there are no associated structures with this dam, its strategic location and design make it a vital asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
535 |
Dam Height |
66 |
River Or Stream |
CHOCCOLOCCO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Drainage Area |
21 |
Nid Storage |
7215 |
Outlet Gates |
Vertical Lift |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
66 |
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Coleman Lake Recreation Area
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Coleman Lake Rec Area
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Pine Glen
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Pine Glen Recreation Area
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Big Oak Gap Hunter Camp
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Chief Ladiga Trail Campground
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