Lenson Montz Dam No 1

LITTLE BRUSH· Hale, Alabama· Built 1976· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Lenson Montz Dam No 1 is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 25.4% in AL)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage89 acre-ft
Normal Storage52 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge375 cfs
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)
NID IDAL00338

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 22, 1979
State Regulated: No

Ownership

LENSON MONTZ

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lenson Montz Dam No 1?

Lenson Montz Dam No 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 Lenson Montz Dam No 1?

Lenson Montz Dam No 1 is owned by LENSON MONTZ (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lenson Montz Dam No 1 built?

Lenson Montz Dam No 1 was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Lenson Montz Dam No 1?

Lenson Montz Dam No 1 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lenson Montz Dam No 1?

Lenson Montz Dam No 1 has a dam height of 14 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.

When was Lenson Montz Dam No 1 last inspected?

Lenson Montz Dam No 1 was last inspected on August 22, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.