Killough
Key Takeaway
Killough is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 20.9% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 197 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 85 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01092 |
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
FOREST KILLOUGHS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Killough?
Killough 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 Killough?
Killough is owned by FOREST KILLOUGHS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Killough built?
Killough was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Killough?
Killough serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Killough?
Killough has a dam height of 13 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.