Lake Fox
Key Takeaway
Lake Fox is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 845 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 232 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 213 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00717 |
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
ENTERPRISE HOUSING DEV
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Fox?
Lake Fox 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 Lake Fox?
Lake Fox is owned by ENTERPRISE HOUSING DEV (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Fox built?
Lake Fox was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Lake Fox?
Lake Fox serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.