Magnolia Shores Lake
Key Takeaway
Magnolia Shores Lake is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 562 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 562 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 787 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00075 |
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
MAGNOLIA SHORES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Magnolia Shores Lake?
Magnolia Shores Lake 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 Magnolia Shores Lake?
Magnolia Shores Lake is owned by MAGNOLIA SHORES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Magnolia Shores Lake built?
Magnolia Shores Lake was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Magnolia Shores Lake?
Magnolia Shores Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.