Morgans Pond
Key Takeaway
Morgans Pond is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 31.9% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 218 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | AL01403 |
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
EMORY E MORGAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Morgans Pond?
Morgans 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 Morgans Pond?
Morgans Pond is owned by EMORY E MORGAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morgans Pond built?
Morgans Pond was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Morgans Pond?
Morgans Pond serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Morgans Pond?
Morgans Pond has a dam height of 15 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.