Wind
Humidity
Speed is a private dam located in Liberty, Alabama, on the TR-Little Magby Creek.
Completed in 1965, this Earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet with a hydraulic height of 21 feet. With a storage capacity of 59 acre-feet, Speed primarily serves the purpose of recreation, offering visitors a scenic spot to enjoy outdoor activities.
Managed by the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Speed has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. With a maximum discharge of 900 cubic feet per second, this dam provides a controlled release of water to prevent flooding and maintain the safety of surrounding areas. Despite not being regulated by the state, Speed plays a crucial role in water resource management and recreational activities in Pickens County, Alabama.
Although lacking specific details on emergency preparedness and risk management measures, Speed remains a vital structure for the local community. With its strategic location and functionality, this dam highlights the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience, serving as a valuable asset in ensuring the sustainable use of water resources in the region.
Luxapallila Creek Nr Columbus
|
4930cfs |
Tombigbee River At Stennis Lock And Dam
|
17900cfs |
Buttahatchee River Nr Aberdeen
|
8890cfs |
Tombigbee River At Bevill L&D Nr Pickensville
|
35100cfs |
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Tombigbee River At Aberdeen Lock And Dam
|
10100cfs |
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
325 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE MAGBY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
59 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |