Boundary Line Lake
Key Takeaway
Boundary Line Lake is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 38.8% in NC) |
| Dam Length | 405 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | NC06550 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Fort Liberty
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Boundary Line Lake?
Boundary Line Lake 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 Boundary Line Lake?
Boundary Line Lake is owned by Fort Liberty (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boundary Line Lake built?
Boundary Line Lake was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Boundary Line Lake?
Boundary Line Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Boundary Line Lake?
Boundary Line Lake has a dam height of 23 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 Boundary Line Lake last inspected?
Boundary Line Lake was last inspected on August 7, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.