Sumter Farms & Stock Co
Key Takeaway
Sumter Farms & Stock Co is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 59.3% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 245 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 196 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 450 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00197 |
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 FARMS & STOCK CO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sumter Farms & Stock Co?
Sumter Farms & Stock Co 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 Farms & Stock Co?
Sumter Farms & Stock Co is owned by SUMTER FARMS & STOCK CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sumter Farms & Stock Co built?
Sumter Farms & Stock Co was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Farms & Stock Co?
Sumter Farms & Stock Co serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sumter Farms & Stock Co?
Sumter Farms & Stock Co has a dam height of 20 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.