Jim King
Key Takeaway
Jim King is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 56% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 164 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02443 |
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
JIM KING
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jim King?
Jim King 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 Jim King?
Jim King is owned by JIM KING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jim King built?
Jim King was completed in 1992, making it 34 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Jim King?
Jim King serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jim King?
Jim King has a dam height of 19 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 Jim King last inspected?
Jim King was last inspected on October 8, 1992. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.