Paul S Owensby Lake Dam No Two

TR-SYCAMORE CREEK· Marengo, Alabama· Built 1972· Earth·
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Paul S Owensby Lake Dam No Two is classified as significant hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length560 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Max Discharge480 cfs
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)
NID IDAL01625

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

PAUL S OWENSBY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Paul S Owensby Lake Dam No Two?

Paul S Owensby Lake Dam No Two is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Paul S Owensby Lake Dam No Two?

Paul S Owensby Lake Dam No Two is owned by PAUL S OWENSBY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Paul S Owensby Lake Dam No Two built?

Paul S Owensby Lake Dam No Two was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Paul S Owensby Lake Dam No Two?

Paul S Owensby Lake Dam No Two serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.