Bsa Piedmont Council Dam

Cathy Creek· Rutherford, North Carolina· Built 2000· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Bsa Piedmont Council Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length360 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage93 acre-ft
Normal Storage70 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area225 sq mi
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)
NID IDNC00090

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: December 13, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Piedmont Council Boy Scouts, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bsa Piedmont Council Dam?

Bsa Piedmont Council 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 Bsa Piedmont Council Dam?

Bsa Piedmont Council Dam is owned by Piedmont Council Boy Scouts, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bsa Piedmont Council Dam built?

Bsa Piedmont Council Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Bsa Piedmont Council Dam?

Bsa Piedmont Council 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 Bsa Piedmont Council Dam last inspected?

Bsa Piedmont Council Dam was last inspected on December 13, 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.