Thurlow

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateAlabama
CountyElmore
Nearest CityTallassee
River/StreamTallapoosa River
Coordinates32.53547, -85.88785

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height62 ft
Dam Height62 ft
Dam Length1,926 ft
Year Completed1930 (96 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage18,250 acre-ft
Max Storage18,250 acre-ft
Normal Storage18,250 acre-ft
Surface Area574 acres
Drainage Area3,300 sq mi
Max Discharge430,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerAlabama Power Company
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection06/01/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDAL01422
Federal IDAL01422
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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