Flowers
Key Takeaway
Flowers is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 575 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 240 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00780 |
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
ROBERT AND C.FLOWERS
Private
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Flowers?
Flowers 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 Flowers?
Flowers is owned by ROBERT AND C.FLOWERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Flowers built?
Flowers was completed in 1955, making it 71 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, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.