Lewis Lawson Dam No.2
Key Takeaway
Lewis Lawson Dam No.2 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 81.3% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 165 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00314 |
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 No.2?
Lewis Lawson Dam No.2 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 No.2?
Lewis Lawson Dam No.2 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 No.2 built?
Lewis Lawson Dam No.2 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 No.2?
Lewis Lawson Dam No.2 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lewis Lawson Dam No.2?
Lewis Lawson Dam No.2 has a dam height of 28 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 Lewis Lawson Dam No.2 last inspected?
Lewis Lawson Dam No.2 was last inspected on October 29, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.