Al Jacobi Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Al Jacobi Dam, located in Molino, Florida, along the Escambia River, was completed in 1958 and primarily serves as a recreational site.


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Summary

The earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet with a length of 310 feet, providing a storage capacity of 53 acre-feet. With a surface area of 7 acres, this dam has a significant hazard potential and is regulated by the state of Florida.

The dam is owned privately and is subject to state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Although the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures are yet to be determined. The dam's location, design, and purpose make it a vital resource for water enthusiasts and climate activists interested in the preservation and management of water resources in the region.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Al Jacobi Dam offers a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of recreation, water management, and environmental conservation. With its idyllic location along the Escambia River and its role in providing water storage, the dam presents a captivating case study for understanding the challenges and opportunities in balancing human activities with the need to protect our natural resources. As efforts to assess and manage the dam's condition and safety continue, there is a growing interest in promoting sustainable practices and resilience in the face of changing climate patterns.

Year Completed

1958

Dam Length

310

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

TR-ESCAMBIA RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7

Hydraulic Height

16

Nid Storage

53

Structural Height

12

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

16
       
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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. 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

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, 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.