John Broussard No. 6
Key Takeaway
John Broussard No. 6 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.8% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 1,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 35 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02324 |
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
JOHN BROUSSARD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John Broussard No. 6?
John Broussard No. 6 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 John Broussard No. 6?
John Broussard No. 6 is owned by JOHN BROUSSARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John Broussard No. 6 built?
John Broussard No. 6 was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 John Broussard No. 6?
John Broussard No. 6 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is John Broussard No. 6?
John Broussard No. 6 has a dam height of 8 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.
When was John Broussard No. 6 last inspected?
John Broussard No. 6 was last inspected on December 1, 1987. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.