Jim Mitchell
Key Takeaway
Jim Mitchell is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 25.4% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 1,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,178 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00259 |
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 MITCHELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jim Mitchell?
Jim Mitchell 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 Mitchell?
Jim Mitchell is owned by JIM MITCHELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jim Mitchell built?
Jim Mitchell was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Mitchell?
Jim Mitchell serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jim Mitchell?
Jim Mitchell has a dam height of 14 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.