John Frank Moorer
Key Takeaway
John Frank Moorer is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 25.4% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 163 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 402 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00426 |
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 FRANK MOORER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John Frank Moorer?
John Frank Moorer 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 Frank Moorer?
John Frank Moorer is owned by JOHN FRANK MOORER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John Frank Moorer built?
John Frank Moorer was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Frank Moorer?
John Frank Moorer serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is John Frank Moorer?
John Frank Moorer has a dam height of 14 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.