Baker
Key Takeaway
Baker is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 150 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01836 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MRS E CLAY BAKER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Baker?
Baker is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Baker?
Baker is owned by MRS E CLAY BAKER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Baker built?
Baker was completed in 1956, making it 70 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Baker?
Baker serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.