Located in Ashford, Alabama, the Glen Lawrence Dam is a private-owned structure built in 1958 by the USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of creating a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and spans a length of 1300 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 445 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 291 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-Mill Creek, within the Mobile District of Alabama, and is regulated by state permitting agencies.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the Glen Lawrence Dam provides essential water resource management for the area while also serving as a recreational spot for wildlife enthusiasts. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 36 feet and has a drainage area of 0.25 square miles. Despite not being currently rated for condition assessment, the dam continues to play a crucial role in supporting the local ecosystem and maintaining a balance in water resources in Houston County, Alabama.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
1300 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.25 |
Nid Storage |
445 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |