J P Bertolli dam
J P Bertolli
J P Bertolli, also known as Bertolli Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Steelwood, Alabama, along the TR-STYY River. Built in 1955 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 15 feet and spans 550 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 93 acre-feet for fish and wildlife pond purposes. Despite not being regulated by the state, the dam is of significant hazard potential and has a moderate risk assessment rating.
With a spillway width of 40 feet and a maximum discharge of 80 cubic feet per second, J P Bertolli serves as a crucial resource for fish and wildlife habitat, as well as recreational activities. The dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, and emergency action preparedness measures are not specified. Although the dam does not have associated locks, its role in managing water resources in the Baldwin County area of Alabama is vital for mitigating potential flood risks and maintaining a sustainable ecosystem along the TR-STYY River.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the operational and structural aspects of dams like J P Bertolli is essential for safeguarding the surrounding environment and communities. By staying informed about the risk assessment, condition, and emergency preparedness of such structures, stakeholders can work towards implementing effective risk management measures and ensuring the long-term sustainability of water resources in the region.
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 J P Bertolli -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Fish River Near Silver Hill Al | 220 cfs | → |
| Styx River Near Elsanor | 1,340 cfs | → |
| Magnolia River At Us 98 Near Foley | 30 cfs | → |
| Perdido River At Barrineau Park | 1,940 cfs | → |
| Chickasaw Creek Near Kushla Al | 833 cfs | → |
| Brushy Creek Near Bratt | 26 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near J P Bertolli.
Boat launches
- Spanish Fort
- Pier Avenue 3, Fairhope
- Battleship Parkway 1675, Spanish Fort
- Battleship Parkway 1267-1989, Spanish Fort
- Cliffs Landing Road 7635, Bay Minette
- Coast Guard Wharf Mobile
Campgrounds
- Blakeley State Park
- Meaher State Park
- Mobile County Marina
- Chickasabogue Park
- Jug Lake Platform
- Blue Angel Naval Military - Pensacola Nas
Paddle runs
- Begins Approximately 1 River Mile Upstream From The U.S. Highway 98 Bridge To The Jackson County Route 614 Bridge
- The Jackson County Route 614 Bridge To Ends Approximately 2 River Miles From The Southern Terminus Of The Study Area
- The Confluence With Scarsborough Creek To The Confluence With The Escatawpa River
- Begins Approximately 2 River Miles Downstream From The Yellowhouse Branch Confluence With The Escatawpa River Near The Town Of Deer Park, Alabama To Ends Approximately 1 River Mile Upstream From The U.S. Highway 98 Bridge
Track J P Bertolli in the Snoflo app
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About J P Bertolli
Where does the data for J P Bertolli 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 J P Bertolli.