Paul Kennedy No 1 dam
Paul Kennedy No 1
Paul Kennedy No 1 is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Black, Alabama, specifically in Geneva County. Constructed in 1972 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a length of 400 feet, providing a storage capacity of 76 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is for fish and wildlife preservation, with additional uses including fire protection, stock watering, and recreation.
Despite its low hazard potential, Paul Kennedy No 1 is considered to have a moderate risk level, with a maximum discharge of 683 cubic feet per second through its uncontrolled spillway. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and there is no information available on its emergency action plan or risk management measures. With its location in the Mobile District and under Congressional District 02 in Alabama, this dam serves as a valuable resource for both local wildlife and recreational activities in the area.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will be intrigued by Paul Kennedy No 1's unique design and purpose, as well as its role in supporting the ecosystem of MCCAUNE BRANCH. As a privately owned structure with a focus on fish and wildlife preservation, this dam represents a harmonious balance between human activity and environmental conservation. Its historical significance and ongoing management make it a compelling site for further study and appreciation among those passionate about water resources and climate resilience.
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 Paul Kennedy No 1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Choctawhatchee River Near Bellwood Al | 1,330 cfs | → |
| Choctawhatchee River Nr Pittman | 9,150 cfs | → |
| Wrights Creek At Sh 177-A Nr Bonifay | 89 cfs | → |
| Choctawhatchee River At Caryville | 9,450 cfs | → |
| Choctawhatchee River Near Newton | 379 cfs | → |
| Little Double Bridges Creek Nr Enterprise | 10 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Paul Kennedy No 1.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Houston County Center
- Falling Waters State Park
- Engineer Beach Rv Military - Fort Rucker
- Florida Caverns State Park
Fishing spots
Track Paul Kennedy No 1 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 Paul Kennedy No 1
Where does the data for Paul Kennedy No 1 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 Paul Kennedy No 1.