Camp Durant Lake Dam #1
Key Takeaway
Camp Durant Lake Dam #1 is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 264 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 774 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 92 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | NC00793 |
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
City of Raleigh Public Utilities Department
Local Government
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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Camp Durant Lake Dam #1?
Camp Durant Lake Dam #1 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 Camp Durant Lake Dam #1?
Camp Durant Lake Dam #1 is owned by City of Raleigh Public Utilities Department (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Durant Lake Dam #1 built?
Camp Durant Lake Dam #1 was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Camp Durant Lake Dam #1?
Camp Durant Lake Dam #1 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 Camp Durant Lake Dam #1 last inspected?
Camp Durant Lake Dam #1 was last inspected on January 7, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.