J T Conner Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ha Vaughn Jr No 1 Bridges
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
J T Conner is a privately owned recreational dam located in Macon, Alabama, near the city of FORT HULL CHURCH.
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Summary
Built in 1954, this Earth dam stands at a structural height of 20 feet with a hydraulic height of 15 feet, creating a reservoir with a capacity of 300 acre-feet. The dam spans 700 feet across TR PERSIMMON CREEK and serves the primary purpose of recreation, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and other outdoor activities.
Despite its low hazard potential and not being regulated by the state, J T Conner provides a valuable resource for the local community. The dam's maximum discharge capacity is 1560 cubic feet per second, ensuring controlled water flow during periods of heavy rainfall. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, its emergency action plan status and risk assessment measures are not clearly documented, raising questions about its readiness for potential emergencies.
With its serene surroundings and capacity for outdoor recreation, J T Conner is a hidden gem in Macon, Alabama. Its historical significance as a part of the local landscape highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring the dam to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all who visit. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this picturesque spot offers a glimpse into the intersection of human engineering and natural beauty, making it a must-visit destination for those interested in the relationship between water management and recreational opportunities.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
700 |
River Or Stream |
TR PERSIMMON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
300 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
J T Conner