Broyhill Walking Park Dam

UT to Lower Creek· Caldwell, North Carolina· Earth·
High Hazard Other Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Broyhill Walking Park Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. 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 Length120 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage11 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area281 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNC05586

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: Yes
Last Inspection: March 14, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

City of Lenoir

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Broyhill Walking Park Dam?

Broyhill Walking Park 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 Broyhill Walking Park Dam?

Broyhill Walking Park Dam is owned by City of Lenoir (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Broyhill Walking Park Dam?

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

When was Broyhill Walking Park Dam last inspected?

Broyhill Walking Park Dam was last inspected on March 14, 2023. 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.