Larry Jenkins
Key Takeaway
Larry Jenkins is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 49.8% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 945 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01069 |
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
LARRY JENKINS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Larry Jenkins?
Larry Jenkins 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 Larry Jenkins?
Larry Jenkins is owned by LARRY JENKINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Larry Jenkins built?
Larry Jenkins was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Larry Jenkins?
Larry Jenkins serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Larry Jenkins?
Larry Jenkins has a dam height of 18 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.