Marimont Upper Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMcDowell
Nearest CityGlenwood
River/StreamMuddy Creek
Coordinates35.64660, -81.96640

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height18 ft
Dam Length256 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage14 acre-ft
Max Storage14 acre-ft
Normal Storage8 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerMcDowell County
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection03/21/2025
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDNC03385
Federal IDNC03385
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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