Mary Lake
Key Takeaway
Mary Lake is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 930 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01087 |
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
DURWOOD LUKER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mary Lake?
Mary 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 Mary Lake?
Mary Lake is owned by DURWOOD LUKER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mary Lake built?
Mary Lake was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Mary Lake?
Mary Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.