Slurry Impoundment No. 1

Tuscaloosa, Alabama· Earth· 40 ft tall

Low Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Slurry Impoundment No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height	40 ft (taller than 90.4% in AL)
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	500 acre-ft

NID ID	AL83465

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: January 6, 2004

State Regulated: No

Ownership

Jim Walter Resources, Inc.

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Slurry Impoundment No. 1 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 Slurry Impoundment No. 1?

Slurry Impoundment No. 1 is owned by Jim Walter Resources, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

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

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

How tall is Slurry Impoundment No. 1?

Slurry Impoundment No. 1 has a dam height of 40 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.

When was Slurry Impoundment No. 1 last inspected?

Slurry Impoundment No. 1 was last inspected on January 6, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.