Martin Lake Dam

Muddy Creek· Davidson, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Martin Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage26 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
NID IDNC05525

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 7, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Steffen M Fohn

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Martin Lake Dam?

Martin Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Martin Lake Dam?

Martin Lake Dam is owned by Steffen M Fohn (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Martin Lake Dam?

Martin Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Martin Lake Dam last inspected?

Martin Lake Dam was last inspected on February 7, 2023. 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.