Porter Branch Lake

Russell County, Alabama (near FORT MITCHELL)

River/Stream: PORTER BRANCH

Low Hazard

Failure would cause minimal damage

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
28 ft
Dam Length
750 ft
Reservoir Storage
450 acre-ft
Year Completed
1947
Primary Purpose
Recreation
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
2,256 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not Rated

Hazard Classification: Low — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Rated — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
AL00856
State
Alabama (AL)
Coordinates
32.35500, -85.15667
Age
79 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.