Narrows Lake
Key Takeaway
Narrows Lake is classified as high hazard in Alabama. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 56% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| NID ID | AL83499 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DOUBLE OAK WATER RECLAMATION LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Narrows Lake?
Narrows Lake is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Narrows Lake?
Narrows Lake is owned by DOUBLE OAK WATER RECLAMATION LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Narrows Lake?
Narrows Lake serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Narrows Lake?
Narrows Lake has a dam height of 19 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.