Jacobs dam
Jacobs
Jacobs is a privately owned recreational dam located on the Cossey Branch in Lee County, Alabama. Built in 1944, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 12 feet and a structural height of 16 feet, with a length of 600 feet. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 58 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 67 acre-feet, serving primarily for recreational purposes within a low hazard potential area.
Managed by the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Jacobs offers a serene environment for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy various water activities. While not regulated by the state, this dam provides a safe and enjoyable recreational space for visitors. With its close proximity to Congressional District 03, Alabama, Jacobs is an important part of the local landscape and contributes to the conservation of water resources in the area.
Although not currently rated for its condition, Jacobs remains a vital structure in the region, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking to connect with nature. With its historical significance and role in providing recreational opportunities, Jacobs stands as a testament to the importance of preserving and maintaining water resources 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 Jacobs -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Chewacla Creek At Chewacla State Park Nr Auburn | 79 cfs | → |
| Sougahatchee Creek At Co Rd 188 Nr Loachapoka | 23 cfs | → |
| Uphapee Creek Near Tuskegee Al | 72 cfs | → |
| Chattahoochee River At Us 280 | 1,990 cfs | → |
| Uchee Creek Near Fort Mitchell | 118 cfs | → |
| Chattahoochee River At West Point | 856 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Jacobs.
Boat launches
- Mcculloh Road 9001-9499, Valley
- Griffith Lane Tallassee
- Yates Lake Ramp
- West 7th Street 199, West Point
- War Eagle Drive, Dadeville
Campgrounds
- Chewacla State Park
- Spring Villa Campground
- Blanton Creek Park
- Lake Martin Recreation Area
- Lake Martin Military
- Uchee Creek Military
Fishing spots
- Opelika City (Saugahatchee) Reservoir
- Goat Rock Lake
- Lake Harding
- Bartlett's Ferry (Lake Harding)
- Lake Oliver
- Thurlow Reservoir
More reservoirs
Track Jacobs in the Snoflo app
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About Jacobs
Where does the data for Jacobs 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 Low 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 Jacobs.