Harley Marton #1
Key Takeaway
Harley Marton #1 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 81.3% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 975 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 268 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02463 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
HARLEY MARTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harley Marton #1?
Harley Marton #1 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Harley Marton #1?
Harley Marton #1 is owned by HARLEY MARTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harley Marton #1 built?
Harley Marton #1 was completed in 1981, making it 45 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Harley Marton #1?
Harley Marton #1 serves the following purposes: Other, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Harley Marton #1?
Harley Marton #1 has a dam height of 28 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.