Mws Land CO Dam
Key Takeaway
Mws Land CO Dam is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 83.1% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 345 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 194 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 240 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02007 |
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
SYBIL H LEBHERZ
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mws Land CO Dam?
Mws Land CO Dam 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 Mws Land CO Dam?
Mws Land CO Dam is owned by SYBIL H LEBHERZ (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mws Land CO Dam built?
Mws Land CO Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Mws Land CO Dam?
Mws Land CO Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mws Land CO Dam?
Mws Land CO Dam has a dam height of 30 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.