Martin-Marietta Lake Dam

North Carolina — Catawba County — Clarks Creek

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyCatawba
RiverClarks Creek
Coordinates35.71370, -81.29730

Physical Characteristics

NID Height35 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length370 ft
NID Storage70 acre-ft
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionFebruary 26, 2025
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed1969
Primary PurposeTailings
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerMartin Marietta Materials, Inc.

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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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