Martin Marietta #1 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Raleigh, North Carolina, the Martin Marietta #1 Dam is a critical infrastructure designed for irrigation purposes along the Sycamore Creek-Tr.


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Summary

The dam, with a hydraulic height of 26 feet and a structural height of 30 feet, plays a vital role in providing water supply and irrigation capabilities in the region. With a storage capacity of 59 acre-feet and a surface area of 3.6 acres, the dam serves as a key resource for managing water resources in the area.

Managed by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources, the Martin Marietta #1 Dam has a high hazard potential but is currently assessed as being in satisfactory condition. The dam was last inspected in May 2004, and it is subject to regular inspections, enforcement, and permitting by state regulatory agencies. Despite its age, the dam continues to play a crucial role in water management and irrigation in Wake County, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring key infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.

As climate change continues to impact water resources, the Martin Marietta #1 Dam remains a cornerstone of water management in the region. With its strategic location and capacity for irrigation and water supply, the dam underscores the importance of sustainable water resource management practices. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to monitor and support infrastructure like the Martin Marietta #1 Dam to ensure the continued availability and sustainability of water resources in North Carolina and beyond.

Dam Length

400

River Or Stream

Sycamore Creek-Tr

Surface Area

3.6

Hydraulic Height

26

Drainage Area

47

Nid Storage

59

Structural Height

30

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

30
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.