B. Everett Jordan Dam
Key Takeaway
B. Everett Jordan Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. 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 Height | 114 ft (taller than 81.6% in NC) |
| Dam Length | 1,330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6M acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 215.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13,940 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,690 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 259,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | NC00173 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
USACE - Wilmington District
Federal Government
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Significant HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of B. Everett Jordan Dam?
B. Everett Jordan 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 B. Everett Jordan Dam?
B. Everett Jordan Dam is owned by USACE - Wilmington District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was B. Everett Jordan Dam built?
B. Everett Jordan Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 B. Everett Jordan Dam?
B. Everett Jordan Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation, Hydroelectric, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is B. Everett Jordan Dam?
B. Everett Jordan Dam has a dam height of 114 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was B. Everett Jordan Dam last inspected?
B. Everett Jordan Dam was last inspected on June 16, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.