Dawes Lake
Key Takeaway
Dawes Lake is classified as high hazard in Alabama. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 59.3% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 355 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| NID ID | AL83487 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DAWES LAKE ESTATES PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION INC JOE MANACHINO
Private
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Significant HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dawes Lake?
Dawes Lake is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Dawes Lake?
Dawes Lake is owned by DAWES LAKE ESTATES PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION INC JOE MANACHINO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dawes Lake?
Dawes Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dawes Lake?
Dawes Lake has a dam height of 20 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.