Jones dam
Jones
Jones is a private recreational dam located in Talladega, Alabama, along the TR Bryant Branch river. Built in 1969, this Earth-type dam stands at 15 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 12 feet and a length of 580 feet. It has a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet, primarily used for recreational purposes. The dam is under the jurisdiction of the state of Alabama and is not regulated by any state agency. Its low hazard potential and "Not Rated" condition assessment make it a safe and reliable structure for water enthusiasts to enjoy.
The Jones dam, situated in the Mobile District of Alabama, is owned and operated by a private entity in the city of RISER. With a maximum discharge capacity of 500 cubic feet per second, the dam serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking. Despite its age, the dam has not undergone any modifications in recent years and has not been inspected or assessed for its emergency preparedness measures. With its scenic location and ample storage capacity, Jones dam remains a valuable resource for the local community and visitors alike.
Although Jones dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, its low hazard potential indicates a minimal risk of failure or significant impact in the event of an emergency. While the dam is not currently equipped with an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) or inundation maps, its recreational purpose and lack of state regulation suggest a relatively low level of risk for surrounding areas. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the natural beauty and recreational opportunities offered by Jones dam while being reassured of its stable and secure design.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Jones -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Talladega Creek At Alpine Al | 105 cfs | → |
| Coosa River At Childersburg Al | 681 cfs | → |
| Kelly Creek Near Vincent Al | 31 cfs | → |
| Choccolocco Creek At Jackson Shoal Nr Lincoln Al | 287 cfs | → |
| Little Cahaba River Below Leeds | 5 cfs | → |
| Little Cahaba River Nr Jefferson Park | 13 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Jones.
Boat launches
- Hollywood Boulevard 449, Childersburg
- Kelly Creek Boat Landing, Vincent
- Bells Lane St. Clair County
- Beeswax Park Road 2-750, Columbiana
- Al 77 Lincoln
- County Road 400 848, Shelby
Campgrounds
- Lake Chinnabee
- Oak Mountain State Park
- Turnipseed Hunter Camp
- Turnipseed Campground
- Anniston Army Depot Rv Military
- Cheaha State Park
Fishing spots
Track Jones in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Jones
Where does the data for Jones come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.