Jordan dam
Jordan
Jordan, also known as Lake Jordan, is a captivating hydroelectric reservoir nestled in Elmore County, Alabama. Managed by the Alabama Power Company, this gravity dam stands at an impressive height of 125 feet and boasts a structural height of 125 feet. Completed in 1928, Jordan's primary purpose is hydroelectric power generation, with additional recreational opportunities available for visitors to enjoy.
With a storage capacity of 235,000 acre-feet and a surface area of 6,800 acres, Jordan plays a significant role in the region's water resource management. The dam regulates the flow of the Coosa River and has a maximum discharge capacity of 595,000 cubic feet per second. Despite its high hazard potential, Jordan has not undergone a recent condition assessment, but regular inspections are conducted to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
Jordan's strategic location and design make it a vital component of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's regulatory framework. As a key player in the region's energy infrastructure, Jordan contributes to the local economy and provides a sustainable source of clean energy. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Jordan exemplifies the intersection of human ingenuity, environmental stewardship, and renewable energy production in the heart of Alabama.
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 Jordan -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tallapoosa River Near Mont.-Mont. Water Works | 1,250 cfs | → |
| Alabama River Near Montgomery | 45 cfs | → |
| Hatchet Creek Below Rockford Al | 168 cfs | → |
| Catoma Creek Near Montgomery Al | 28 cfs | → |
| Uphapee Creek Near Tuskegee Al | 123 cfs | → |
| Mulberry Creek At Jones Al | 155 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Jordan .
Boat launches
- Boat Ramp Road, Wetumpka
- Lake Jordan Boat Ramp
- River Road Montgomery
- Our Children's Highway 15529-15531, Alexander City
- County Road 28 11455, Chilton County
- Johnson Creek Road Coosa County
Campgrounds
- Fort Toulouse/Jackson Park
- Maxwell/Gunter Afb Military
- Gunter Hill
- Wind Creek State Park
- Lake Martin Recreation Area
- Lake Martin Military
Fishing spots
Track Jordan 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 Jordan
Where does the data for Jordan 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 High 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.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Jordan .