Martha Gresham
Key Takeaway
Martha Gresham is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 49.8% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 825 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 120 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | AL02147 |
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
MARTHA GRESHAM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Martha Gresham?
Martha Gresham 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 Martha Gresham?
Martha Gresham is owned by MARTHA GRESHAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Martha Gresham built?
Martha Gresham was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Martha Gresham?
Martha Gresham 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 Martha Gresham?
Martha Gresham has a dam height of 18 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.