Anchors Landing Lower Dam
Key Takeaway
Anchors Landing Lower Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 188 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 760 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | NC05443 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Anchors Landing Homeowners Association, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Anchors Landing Lower Dam?
Anchors Landing Lower 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 Anchors Landing Lower Dam?
Anchors Landing Lower Dam is owned by Anchors Landing Homeowners Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Anchors Landing Lower Dam built?
Anchors Landing Lower Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Anchors Landing Lower Dam?
Anchors Landing Lower 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 Anchors Landing Lower Dam last inspected?
Anchors Landing Lower Dam was last inspected on December 8, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.