J L Crenshaw No 2 Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: W B Woodall Lake Dam Grant Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
J L Crenshaw No 2 Dam, located in the Shiloh Church Community in Lowndes, Alabama, serves as a vital water resource for both recreation and water supply purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1950, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 24 feet and a length of 490 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 86 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, suggesting a need for further inspection and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
With the picturesque TR-Tallawassee Creek flowing nearby, J L Crenshaw No 2 Dam offers a serene setting for outdoor enthusiasts and climate advocates alike to enjoy various recreational activities such as fishing and boating. The dam's primary purpose of recreation underscores its significance in providing a natural oasis for the local community and visitors to appreciate the beauty of Alabama's waterways. As a private-owned structure, the dam's management and upkeep are crucial in preserving its functionality and environmental impact.
Congressional District 07's Representative Terri A. Sewell (D) oversees the area where J L Crenshaw No 2 Dam stands, highlighting the importance of government involvement in regulating and maintaining water resources. With a focus on water supply and recreation, this dam plays a crucial role in sustaining the local ecosystem and supporting the needs of the surrounding community. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to advocate for responsible usage and conservation of such valuable assets like J L Crenshaw No 2 Dam to ensure a sustainable future for generations to come.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
490 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TALLAWASSEE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Nid Storage |
86 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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 L Crenshaw No 2 Dam