J.l.morrison Dam No.2
J.l.morrison Dam No.2 is an earth dam located in Hale County, Alabama, built in 1970. It carries a Significant hazard potential classification.
About J.l.morrison Dam No.2
The primary purpose of J.l.morrison Dam No.2 is recreation. The dam creates a reservoir used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. The dam is owned by J.l.morrison (private). It impounds the Polecat Creek near St.thomas Church.
The dam stands 37 feet tall and stretches 300 feet across, and has a maximum storage capacity of 190 acre-feet. Completed in 1970, the structure is well into its service life at over 50 years old.
This dam has a significant hazard potential classification, meaning that a failure could cause significant economic damage — flooding roads, bridges, or property downstream — but is not expected to result in loss of life.
At 37 feet, this dam is taller than 84% of dams nationwide.
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Location
| State | Alabama |
| County | Hale |
| Nearest City | St.thomas Church |
| River/Stream | Polecat Creek |
| Coordinates | 32.70500, -87.55167 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 37 ft |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 875 cfs |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | J.L.MORRISON |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Emergency Action Plan | No |
Identifiers
| NID ID | AL01571 |
| Federal ID | AL01571 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |