Snows
Key Takeaway
Snows is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00617 |
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
M G CUMMINGS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Snows?
Snows 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 Snows?
Snows is owned by M G CUMMINGS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Snows built?
Snows was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Snows?
Snows serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.