Bessie Mines-#3 Impoundment

Jefferson County, Alabama (near WEST JEFFERSON)

River/Stream: TR-LOCUST FORK

Low Hazard

Failure would cause minimal damage

Key Facts

Dam Type
Rockfill
Height
100 ft
Dam Length
500 ft
Reservoir Storage
95 acre-ft
Year Completed
1979
Primary Purpose
Other
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
344 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
AL01525
State
Alabama (AL)
Coordinates
33.63833, -87.03500
Age
47 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.