Concord
Key Takeaway
Concord is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 960 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00836 |
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
CONCORD FISHING CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Concord?
Concord 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 Concord?
Concord is owned by CONCORD FISHING CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Concord built?
Concord was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Concord?
Concord serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.