Duglas Farmer #1
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 Length | 2,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 180 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02107 |
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
DUGLAS FARMER
Private
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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.