Lewis Lawson Dam (3.4
Key Takeaway
Lewis Lawson Dam (3.4 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 258 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 239 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01568 |
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
LEWIS J.LAWSON JR.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lewis Lawson Dam (3.4?
Lewis Lawson Dam (3.4 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 Lewis Lawson Dam (3.4?
Lewis Lawson Dam (3.4 is owned by LEWIS J.LAWSON JR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lewis Lawson Dam (3.4 built?
Lewis Lawson Dam (3.4 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Lewis Lawson Dam (3.4?
Lewis Lawson Dam (3.4 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.