Bradley Lake Dam

Mill Swamp· Halifax, North Carolina· Earth·

Key Takeaway

Bradley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Length21 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage240 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area40 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNC04890

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: April 4, 2002
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Vernon T. Bradley Jr. Living Trust

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bradley Lake Dam?

Bradley Lake 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 Bradley Lake Dam?

Bradley Lake Dam is owned by Vernon T. Bradley Jr. Living Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Bradley Lake Dam?

Bradley Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Bradley Lake Dam last inspected?

Bradley Lake Dam was last inspected on April 4, 2002. 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.