Imp No.2
Key Takeaway
Imp No.2 is classified as significant hazard in Alabama. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 93.5% in AL) |
| Max Storage | 215 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| NID ID | AL83455 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JIM WALTERS RESOURCES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Imp No.2?
Imp No.2 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Imp No.2?
Imp No.2 is owned by JIM WALTERS RESOURCES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Imp No.2?
Imp No.2 serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Imp No.2?
Imp No.2 has a dam height of 50 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.