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Martins is a privately owned dam located in Upper Merion Township, Pennsylvania.
Built in 1886, this Earth dam stands at a height of 22.5 feet and spans a length of 260 feet along the Crow Creek. The primary purpose of Martins is for recreation, offering a surface area of 1.6 acres and a drainage area of 0.52 square miles.
Managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Martins is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities. Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, the dam has a normal storage capacity of 7.5 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 11.1 acre-feet. With its historical significance and recreational value, Martins serves as a vital resource for water enthusiasts and climate researchers interested in the management of water resources in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.
Year Completed |
1886 |
Dam Length |
260 |
Dam Height |
22.5 |
River Or Stream |
CROW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.52 |
Nid Storage |
11.1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
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