Higgins
Key Takeaway
Higgins is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,680 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00833 |
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 HIGGINS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Higgins?
Higgins 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 Higgins?
Higgins is owned by ROBERT HIGGINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Higgins built?
Higgins was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Higgins?
Higgins serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.