Kilgore Lands Lake
Key Takeaway
Kilgore Lands Lake is classified as high hazard in Alabama. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 83.1% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 2,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 274 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| NID ID | AL83507 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
KILGORE LANDS LLC & CYNTHIA CLARK SAMALGASKY
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Kilgore Lands Lake?
Kilgore Lands Lake is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Kilgore Lands Lake?
Kilgore Lands Lake is owned by KILGORE LANDS LLC & CYNTHIA CLARK SAMALGASKY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Kilgore Lands Lake?
Kilgore Lands Lake serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kilgore Lands Lake?
Kilgore Lands Lake has a dam height of 30 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.