Stowers Number One Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Stowers Number One, located in Fairview, Alabama, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1948 primarily for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Situated on Murder Creek, this dam has a hydraulic height of 13 feet and a structural height of 15 feet, with a total length of 300 feet. The dam provides a storage capacity of 83 acre-feet and has a maximum discharge of 200 cubic feet per second, making it a low hazard potential structure.
Despite its age, Stowers Number One has not been rated for its condition and lacks a formal emergency action plan. The dam has not undergone recent inspections, and there is limited data available on its maintenance and regulatory oversight. Although it is not under state jurisdiction or regulation, the dam serves as a recreational spot for the community and visitors to enjoy.
Located within Congressional District 02 of Alabama, Stowers Number One stands as a historical and functional landmark in Conecuh County. As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the potential of this offstream structure, there is an opportunity for further assessment and risk management measures to ensure the safety and longevity of this essential recreational asset.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
300 |
River Or Stream |
MURDER CREEK-OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
83 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Stowers Number One