Located in Newton, North Carolina, the Martin-Marietta Lake Dam is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of tailings management.
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Constructed in 1969, this earth-type dam stands at a structural height of 35 feet and a hydraulic height of 30 feet. With a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet, the dam serves the Clarks Creek-Os river/stream system and covers a surface area of 1.9 acres.
Managed by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, the Martin-Marietta Lake Dam is regularly inspected to ensure its structural integrity. Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, the dam is assessed to be in fair condition as of the last inspection in November 2019. The surrounding area is considered safe from potential risks, as emergency action plans and risk assessments are currently not available for public access.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate management will find the Martin-Marietta Lake Dam an intriguing structure for its unique purpose and design characteristics. With its vital role in tailings management and the careful monitoring by state regulatory agencies, this dam exemplifies the importance of maintaining infrastructure for sustainable water resource management in North Carolina.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
370 |
River Or Stream |
Clarks Creek-Os |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
35 |
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