Adcock Lake Dam

Kenneth Branch· Wake, North Carolina· Built 1954· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Adcock Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length330 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area93 sq mi
Max Discharge33 cfs
Year Completed1954 (72 years old)
NID IDNC00930

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 17, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Raven C Vazquez

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Adcock Lake Dam?

Adcock 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 Adcock Lake Dam?

Adcock Lake Dam is owned by Raven C Vazquez (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Adcock Lake Dam built?

Adcock Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Adcock Lake Dam?

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

When was Adcock Lake Dam last inspected?

Adcock Lake Dam was last inspected on February 17, 2022. 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.