Mars Hill Water Supply Dam

North Carolina — Madison County — Big Laurel Creek

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMadison
RiverBig Laurel Creek
Coordinates35.94230, -82.49480

Physical Characteristics

NID Height49 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length306 ft
NID Storage40 acre-ft
Max Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJanuary 27, 2025
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed1958
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTown of Mars Hill

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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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