F W Lawrence Structure

TR-BEECH CREEK· Perry, Alabama· Built 1952· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

F W Lawrence Structure is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 49.8% in AL)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage195 acre-ft
Normal Storage100 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge559 cfs
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDAL02031

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

F W LAWRENCE EST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of F W Lawrence Structure?

F W Lawrence 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 F W Lawrence Structure?

F W Lawrence Structure is owned by F W LAWRENCE EST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was F W Lawrence Structure built?

F W Lawrence Structure was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 F W Lawrence Structure?

F W Lawrence Structure serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is F W Lawrence Structure?

F W Lawrence Structure has a dam height of 18 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.

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.