Morrison Brothers
Key Takeaway
Morrison Brothers is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 49.8% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 224 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02149 |
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
MORRISON BROTHERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Morrison Brothers?
Morrison Brothers 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 Morrison Brothers?
Morrison Brothers is owned by MORRISON BROTHERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morrison Brothers built?
Morrison Brothers was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Morrison Brothers?
Morrison Brothers 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 Morrison Brothers?
Morrison Brothers has a dam height of 18 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 Morrison Brothers last inspected?
Morrison Brothers was last inspected on October 29, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.