Martin Pond Dam

Quaker Creek· Alamance, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Martin Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
NID IDNC01727

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: October 30, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Oscar Covington

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Martin Pond Dam?

Martin Pond 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 Pond Dam?

Martin Pond Dam is owned by Oscar Covington (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Martin Pond Dam?

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

When was Martin Pond Dam last inspected?

Martin Pond Dam was last inspected on October 30, 2014. 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.