Joe Glover Dam #7, also known as Terry Place, is a privately owned earth dam located in Mt Herman Church, Alabama.
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Built in 1969 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond along TR-SPARKS CREEK. Standing at a height of 12 feet and a length of 450 feet, it has a storage capacity of 106 acre-feet, with a normal storage of 71 acre-feet.
Although the dam is classified as having a low hazard potential, it presents a moderate risk level due to its condition being currently unrated. The last inspection of the dam took place in 1979, with no recent updates on its condition assessment or emergency action plan. With a spillway width of 60 feet and a maximum discharge of 319 cubic feet per second, Joe Glover Dam #7 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region, while also providing habitat for fish and wildlife.
Despite being privately owned, this dam falls under the jurisdiction of the Natural Resources Conservation Service and the state of Alabama. With its strategic location and purpose, Joe Glover Dam #7 stands as a vital structure for water management and conservation efforts, contributing to the overall sustainability of the local ecosystem and climate resilience in the area.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SPARKS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.27 |
Nid Storage |
106 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
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Payne Lake Spillway
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Lake Payne westside campground
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Payne Lake East Side
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Payne Lake Recreation Area
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Payne Lake West Side
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