Jaycee Partlow Dam Number One
Key Takeaway
Jaycee Partlow Dam Number One is classified as significant hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 887 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01147 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ALA MENTAL HEALTH BOARD
Private
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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Jaycee Partlow Dam Number One?
Jaycee Partlow Dam Number One is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Jaycee Partlow Dam Number One?
Jaycee Partlow Dam Number One is owned by ALA MENTAL HEALTH BOARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jaycee Partlow Dam Number One built?
Jaycee Partlow Dam Number One was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Jaycee Partlow Dam Number One?
Jaycee Partlow Dam Number One serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.