Antioch Church Road Dam

Twelvemile Creek· Union, North Carolina· Built 1993· Earth·
High Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Antioch Church Road Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length753 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage555 acre-ft
Surface Area59 acres
Drainage Area1,593 sq mi
Max Discharge2,666 cfs
Year Completed1993 (33 years old)
NID IDNC04407

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: February 9, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Adam W Fosnaugh

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Antioch Church Road Dam?

Antioch Church Road Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Antioch Church Road Dam?

Antioch Church Road Dam is owned by Adam W Fosnaugh (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Antioch Church Road Dam built?

Antioch Church Road Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Antioch Church Road Dam?

Antioch Church Road 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 Antioch Church Road Dam last inspected?

Antioch Church Road Dam was last inspected on February 9, 2023. 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.