Randolph Jernigan #2
Randolph Jernigan #2 is an earth dam located in Escambia County, Alabama, built in 1973. It carries a Significant hazard potential classification.
About Randolph Jernigan #2
The primary purpose of Randolph Jernigan #2 is fish and wildlife pond. The dam creates habitat for fish and wildlife, supporting local ecosystems and potentially serving conservation goals. The dam is owned by Randolph Jernigan (private). It impounds the Tr-jernigan Creek near Pollard.
The dam stands 16 feet tall and stretches 375 feet across, has a maximum storage capacity of 61 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 0 square miles. Completed in 1973, 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.
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Location
| State | Alabama |
| County | Escambia |
| Nearest City | Pollard |
| River/Stream | Tr-jernigan Creek |
| Coordinates | 31.03333, -87.20000 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 475 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Fish and Wildlife Pond |
| Owner | RANDOLPH JERNIGAN |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | AL02065 |
| Federal ID | AL02065 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |