Randolph Jernigan #2 dam
Randolph Jernigan #2
Randolph Jernigan #2, also known as Jernigan Ponds, is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Pollard, Alabama. Built in 1973 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and spans a length of 375 feet. With a storage capacity of 61 acre-feet, it serves as a critical habitat for aquatic wildlife in the area.
Despite its significant hazard potential, Randolph Jernigan #2 has not been rated for its condition assessment, presenting a moderate risk level. The uncontrolled spillway, with a width of 48 feet, can handle a maximum discharge of 475 cubic feet per second. While the dam has not been inspected recently, its purpose remains dedicated to supporting fish and wildlife populations in the region.
Located in Escambia County, Alabama, this dam plays a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance of Jernigan Creek. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the data surrounding Randolph Jernigan #2 highlights the importance of private landowners collaborating with agencies like the USDA NRCS to manage and sustain vital aquatic ecosystems for future generations to enjoy.
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 Randolph Jernigan #2 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big Escambia Creek At Flomaton Al | 242 cfs | → |
| Escambia River Near Century | 3,000 cfs | → |
| Conecuh River At State Hwy 41 Near Brewton | 625 cfs | → |
| Murder Creek At State Hwy 41 At Brewton | 181 cfs | → |
| Burnt Corn Creek At State Hwy 41 Near Brewton | 31 cfs | → |
| Big Escambia Cr At Sardine Br Nr Stanley Crossroad | 136 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Randolph Jernigan #2.
Boat launches
- Oil Plant Road 5228-5234, Jay
- Flossie Road 1766, Century
- Lake Stone Road, Century
- River Road, Brewton
- Williams Lake Road, Jay
- Mystic Springs Road 591, Mcdavid
Campgrounds
Track Randolph Jernigan #2 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 Randolph Jernigan #2
Where does the data for Randolph Jernigan #2 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 Significant 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 Randolph Jernigan #2.