Duglas Farmer #1

TR-BIG PRAIRIE· Hale, Alabama· Built 1969· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Duglas Farmer #1 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 20.9% in AL)
Dam Length2,700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage114 acre-ft
Normal Storage63 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge180 cfs
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDAL02107

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 15, 1979
State Regulated: No

Ownership

DUGLAS FARMER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Duglas Farmer #1?

Duglas Farmer #1 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 Duglas Farmer #1?

Duglas Farmer #1 is owned by DUGLAS FARMER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Duglas Farmer #1 built?

Duglas Farmer #1 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Duglas Farmer #1?

Duglas Farmer #1 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Duglas Farmer #1?

Duglas Farmer #1 has a dam height of 13 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 Duglas Farmer #1 last inspected?

Duglas Farmer #1 was last inspected on August 15, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.