Flowers
Key Takeaway
Flowers is classified as significant hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 405 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 133 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00449 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JAMES FLOWERS
Private
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Flowers?
Flowers is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Flowers?
Flowers is owned by JAMES FLOWERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Flowers built?
Flowers was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Flowers?
Flowers serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.