Martin Dam

North Carolina — Iredell County — Fifth Creek

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyIredell
RiverFifth Creek
Coordinates35.86220, -80.85420

Physical Characteristics

NID Height36 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length550 ft
NID Storage213 acre-ft
Max Storage213 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionFebruary 6, 2025
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed1930
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerRyan J Newman

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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