Impoundment No. 1
Key Takeaway
Impoundment No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 59.3% in AL) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| NID ID | AL83469 |
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
Drummond Company, Inc.
Private
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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Impoundment No. 1?
Impoundment No. 1 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 Impoundment No. 1?
Impoundment No. 1 is owned by Drummond Company, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Impoundment No. 1?
Impoundment No. 1 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Impoundment No. 1?
Impoundment No. 1 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.
When was Impoundment No. 1 last inspected?
Impoundment No. 1 was last inspected on January 6, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.