Blakely Pond Dam

Pocket Creek· Lee, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Blakely Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length280 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNC03274

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 15, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Robert Page

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Blakely Pond Dam?

Blakely Pond 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 Blakely Pond Dam?

Blakely Pond Dam is owned by Robert Page (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Blakely Pond Dam?

Blakely Pond 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 Blakely Pond Dam last inspected?

Blakely Pond Dam was last inspected on January 15, 2021. 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.