Carmel Lake Dam

Mcalpine Creek-Os· Mecklenburg, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Carmel Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage72 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNC01694

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: October 31, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Carmel Country Club,Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Carmel Lake Dam?

Carmel 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 Carmel Lake Dam?

Carmel Lake Dam is owned by Carmel Country Club,Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Carmel Lake Dam?

Carmel Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Carmel Lake Dam last inspected?

Carmel Lake Dam was last inspected on October 31, 2018. 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.