J R Paul Lake Dam dam
J R Paul Lake Dam
J R Paul Lake Dam, located in Lowndes, Alabama, was completed in 1973 and serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts. This earth dam stands at a structural height of 23 feet with a hydraulic height of 21 feet, holding a maximum storage capacity of 84 acre-feet. The dam, situated on TR-GREEN BRANCH, is owned privately and falls under the jurisdiction of the state, with no state regulations or inspections in place.
Despite its low hazard potential and current "Not Rated" condition assessment, J R Paul Lake Dam remains a popular destination for outdoor activities in the area, providing a serene escape for visitors. The dam's primary purpose of recreation is reflected in its normal storage capacity of 80 acre-feet and surface area of 500 feet. While the dam does not have any associated structures or outlet gates, it offers a tranquil environment for fishing, boating, and other leisure activities.
Managed by the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, J R Paul Lake Dam is overseen by Representative Terri A. Sewell (D) in Congressional District 07, Alabama. With a history of serving as a recreational hub and maintaining a safe environment for visitors, the dam continues to be a key feature in the water resource landscape of 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 R Paul Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pine Barren Creek Near Snow Hill | 25 cfs | → |
| Alabama River Near Montgomery | 4,700 cfs | → |
| Catoma Creek Near Montgomery Al | 6 cfs | → |
| Cahaba River Near Marion Junction Al | 698 cfs | → |
| Mulberry Creek At Jones Al | 103 cfs | → |
| Tallapoosa River Near Mont.-Mont. Water Works | 1,140 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near J R Paul Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Prairie Creek Road Lowndes County
- Brinson Court Lowndes County
- Lowndes County
- Roland Cooper Boat Ramp
- Wilcox County
- Chilatchee Park Road Wilcox County
Campgrounds
- Prairie Creek
- Sherling Lake City Park
- Sherling Lake Campground And Park
- Jones Bluff
- Six Mile Creek
- Elm Bluff - William Dannelly Reservoir
Track J R Paul Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About J R Paul Lake Dam
Where does the data for J R Paul Lake Dam 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 J R Paul Lake Dam.