Mars Hill Water Supply Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMadison
Nearest CityFaust
River/StreamBig Laurel Creek
Coordinates35.94230, -82.49480

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height49 ft
Dam Length306 ft
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage40 acre-ft
Max Storage40 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerTown of Mars Hill
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection01/27/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC01345
Federal IDNC01345
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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