Martin Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyIredell
Nearest CityCool Springs
River/StreamFifth Creek
Coordinates35.86220, -80.85420

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height36 ft
Dam Length550 ft
Year Completed1930 (96 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage213 acre-ft
Max Storage213 acre-ft
Normal Storage81 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge517 cfs
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerRyan J Newman
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection02/06/2025
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDNC01698
Federal IDNC01698
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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