Art Museum Dam

House Creek· Wake, North Carolina· Earth·
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction State Government

Key Takeaway

Art Museum Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage10 acre-ft
NID IDNC05026

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: March 10, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Art Museum Dam?

Art Museum 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 Art Museum Dam?

Art Museum Dam is owned by NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Art Museum Dam?

Art Museum Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Art Museum Dam last inspected?

Art Museum Dam was last inspected on March 10, 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.