Blue Creek Mine #3 - Impoundment #1

Jefferson County, Alabama (near NORTH JOHNS)

River/Stream: TR-BLUE CREEK

Low Hazard

Failure would cause minimal damage

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
37 ft
Dam Length
170 ft
Reservoir Storage
135 acre-ft
Year Completed
1978
Primary Purpose
Water Supply
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
1,700 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not Rated

Hazard Classification: Low — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Rated — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
AL01521
State
Alabama (AL)
Coordinates
33.37833, -87.10333
Age
48 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.