Beechwood Place Dam

Cabarrus, North Carolina· Built 2021· Other·
High Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Beechwood Place Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 2021 and is 5 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 TypeOther
Year Completed2021 (5 years old)
NID IDNC06255

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: No
Last Inspection: January 5, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Beechwood Place LP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Beechwood Place Dam?

Beechwood Place 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 Beechwood Place Dam?

Beechwood Place Dam is owned by Beechwood Place LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Beechwood Place Dam built?

Beechwood Place Dam was completed in 2021, making it 5 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 Beechwood Place Dam?

Beechwood Place Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Beechwood Place Dam last inspected?

Beechwood Place Dam was last inspected on January 5, 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.