Browns Ferry - Discharge Control Structure
Key Takeaway
Browns Ferry - Discharge Control Structure is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 72.6% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 187 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02602 |
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
TVA
Federal Government
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Low Hazard 24 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Browns Ferry - Discharge Control Structure?
Browns Ferry - Discharge Control Structure 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 Browns Ferry - Discharge Control Structure?
Browns Ferry - Discharge Control Structure is owned by TVA (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Browns Ferry - Discharge Control Structure built?
Browns Ferry - Discharge Control Structure was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Browns Ferry - Discharge Control Structure?
Browns Ferry - Discharge Control Structure serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Browns Ferry - Discharge Control Structure?
Browns Ferry - Discharge Control Structure has a dam height of 24 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Browns Ferry - Discharge Control Structure last inspected?
Browns Ferry - Discharge Control Structure was last inspected on April 13, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.