Frazier Dam
Key Takeaway
Frazier Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1910 (116 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00095 |
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
JAMES RICHEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Frazier Dam?
Frazier Dam 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 Frazier Dam?
Frazier Dam is owned by JAMES RICHEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frazier Dam built?
Frazier Dam was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 Frazier Dam?
Frazier Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.