King Lake
Key Takeaway
King Lake is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 65.6% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 613 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 330 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 544 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01993 |
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
DAVID TUTT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of King Lake?
King Lake 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 King Lake?
King Lake is owned by DAVID TUTT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was King Lake built?
King Lake was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 King Lake?
King Lake 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 King Lake?
King Lake has a dam height of 21 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.