Harley Martin S Dam #3 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Harley Marton #1 Gerald Bryant Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Harley Martin S Dam #3, located in Pickens, Alabama, was completed in 1985 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish ponds, recreation, and more.
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Summary
The dam, with a height of 22.9 feet and a length of 600 feet, has a storage capacity of 112 acre-feet and a surface area of 6.7 acres. Situated on the TR-Tombigbee River, it is owned and operated by a private entity and was designed by the USDA NRCS.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment indicates a moderate risk level. It features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 80 feet and has not been inspected since September 1985. The dam is not state-regulated and does not have a state permitting, inspection, or enforcement agency overseeing its operations. With its strategic location and diverse uses, Harley Martin S Dam #3 is a notable water resource infrastructure in Alabama worth monitoring for enthusiasts of water resources and climate.
Year Completed |
1985 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
22.9 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TOMBIGBEE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.23 |
Nid Storage |
112 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tombigbee River At Bevill L&D Nr Pickensville
|
2770cfs |
Noxubee River Nr Geiger
|
186cfs |
Noxubee River At Macon
|
152cfs |
Tombigbee R At Gainesville L&D Nr Gainesville Al
|
2120cfs |
Bodka Creek Near Geiger
|
15cfs |
Luxapallila Creek Nr Columbus
|
520cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Harley Martin S Dam #3