Martin Dam

TR-WILLOW CREEK· Johnson, Texas· Earth· 8 ft tall
High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Martin Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage11 acre-ft
Normal Storage8 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDTX09558

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 30, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

STEVEN N MARTIN MD PA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Martin Dam?

Martin Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Martin Dam?

Martin Dam is owned by STEVEN N MARTIN MD PA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Martin Dam?

Martin Dam has a dam height of 8 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Martin Dam last inspected?

Martin Dam was last inspected on January 30, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.