W C Brown
Key Takeaway
W C Brown is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 75.4% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 402 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02026 |
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
W C BROWN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of W C Brown?
W C Brown 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 W C Brown?
W C Brown is owned by W C BROWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was W C Brown built?
W C Brown was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 W C Brown?
W C Brown serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is W C Brown?
W C Brown has a dam height of 25 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.