Marshall Brothers Pond
Key Takeaway
Marshall Brothers Pond is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 80.2% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 261 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 560 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02200 |
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
MARVETTE & FRANK MARSHAL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Marshall Brothers Pond?
Marshall Brothers Pond 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 Marshall Brothers Pond?
Marshall Brothers Pond is owned by MARVETTE & FRANK MARSHAL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marshall Brothers Pond built?
Marshall Brothers Pond 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 Marshall Brothers Pond?
Marshall Brothers Pond serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Marshall Brothers Pond?
Marshall Brothers Pond has a dam height of 27 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.