Summary
Built in 1961, this earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet with a hydraulic height of 9 feet and a length of 660 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 56 acre-feet, with a maximum discharge of 60 cubic feet per second. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition has not been rated, and it has not undergone recent inspections or assessments.
While Burns No 2 serves primarily for recreational purposes, it is situated on the TR Wedowee Creek and falls under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. The dam does not have state regulatory oversight or permitting, and it is not equipped with spillways, locks, or outlet gates. Additionally, there is no emergency action plan in place for the dam, and its risk management measures have not been specified. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Burns No 2's lack of regulatory oversight and emergency preparedness concerning, especially given its proximity to a river and the potential for downstream impacts in the event of a breach.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
660 |
River Or Stream |
TR WEDOWEE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Nid Storage |
56 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Burns No 2
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