Jordan

Elmore County, Alabama (near Wetumpka)

River/Stream: Coosa River

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Gravity
Height
125 ft
Dam Length
2,066 ft
Reservoir Storage
235,000 acre-ft
Year Completed
1928
Primary Purpose
Hydroelectric
Owner Type
Public Utility
Max Discharge
595,000 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2023-04-04

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Satisfactory — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

Loading map...

Quick Stats

NID ID
AL01423
State
Alabama (AL)
Coordinates
32.61870, -86.25830
Age
98 years

Nearby Dams

External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.