Slurry Imp. No. 1

High Hazard Tailings Private

Key Takeaway

Slurry Imp. No. 1 is classified as high hazard in Alabama. Its primary use is tailings. 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

Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,000 cfs
NID IDAL83474

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

PITTSBURGH & MIDWAY COAL MINING CO.

Private

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Slurry Imp. No. 1?

Slurry Imp. No. 1 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 Slurry Imp. No. 1?

Slurry Imp. No. 1 is owned by PITTSBURGH & MIDWAY COAL MINING CO. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Slurry Imp. No. 1?

Slurry Imp. No. 1 serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.