Claiborne Lock and Dam

Alabama — Monroe County — ALABAMA RIVER

Location

StateAlabama
CountyMonroe
RiverALABAMA RIVER
Coordinates31.61493, -87.55046

Physical Characteristics

NID Height80 ft
Dam Height33 ft
Dam Length2,550 ft
NID Storage96,360 acre-ft
Max Storage96,360 acre-ft
Surface Area5,850 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionDecember 15, 2025
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1971
Primary PurposeNavigation
Dam TypeGravity
Owner TypeFederal
OwnerUSACE - Mobile District
Other NameClaiborne Lake

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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.

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