Sumter Farm and Stock Company
Key Takeaway
Sumter Farm and Stock Company is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 240 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00202 |
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
SUMTER FARM AND STOCK CO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sumter Farm and Stock Company?
Sumter Farm and Stock Company 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 Sumter Farm and Stock Company?
Sumter Farm and Stock Company is owned by SUMTER FARM AND STOCK CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sumter Farm and Stock Company built?
Sumter Farm and Stock Company was completed in 1941, making it 85 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 Sumter Farm and Stock Company?
Sumter Farm and Stock Company serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.