Jenkins No 3 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Jenkins No 2 Jenkins No 1
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Jenkins No 3 is a private recreational dam located in Walnut Grove, Alabama, along the TR Payne Branch river.
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Summary
Built in 1939, this earth dam stands at 12 feet tall and spans 800 feet in length, with a maximum storage capacity of 330 acre-feet. While primarily used for recreation, the dam also serves as a critical water resource for the surrounding area.
Despite its age, Jenkins No 3 poses a high hazard potential due to its condition being not rated. Emergency preparedness measures, such as an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and updated contact information, have not been documented for this structure. With a lack of recent inspections and risk assessments, there is a need for increased monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and reliability of this important water resource.
Located in Congressional District 04, Alabama, Jenkins No 3 is a vital component of the local water infrastructure. As climate change continues to impact water resources, it is crucial for stakeholders to prioritize the maintenance and upkeep of dams like Jenkins No 3 to ensure the safety and sustainability of water sources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1939 |
Dam Length |
800 |
River Or Stream |
TR PAYNE BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
330 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Jenkins No 3