Impoundment No. 3
Key Takeaway
Impoundment No. 3 is classified as significant hazard in Alabama. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 80 ft (taller than 97.4% in AL) |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,100 cfs |
| NID ID | AL83456 |
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 WALTER RESOURCES, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Impoundment No. 3?
Impoundment No. 3 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 Impoundment No. 3?
Impoundment No. 3 is owned by JIM WALTER RESOURCES, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Impoundment No. 3?
Impoundment No. 3 has a dam height of 80 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.