Terrapin Creek W/S Dam Site 17
Alabama — Cherokee County — HURRICANE CREEK
Location
| State | Alabama |
| County | Cherokee |
| River | HURRICANE CREEK |
| Coordinates | 34.00167, -85.44667 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 31 ft |
| Dam Height | 31 ft |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,542 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,542 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | February 27, 2001 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1962 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | TERRAPIN CREEK WATERSHED CONSERVANCY DISTRICT |
| Other Name | Terrapin #17 Dam |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.