Lahusage

EAST FORK LITTLE RIVER· Cherokee, Alabama· Built 1925· Buttress·
Low Hazard Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Lahusage is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length244 ft
Dam TypeButtress
Max Storage1.1K acre-ft
Normal Storage570 acre-ft
Max Discharge10,126 cfs
Year Completed1925 (101 years old)
NID IDAL01212

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lahusage?

Lahusage 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 Lahusage?

Lahusage is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lahusage built?

Lahusage was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Lahusage?

Lahusage serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.