Chamblee Dam

Moccasin Creek-Tr· Johnston, North Carolina· Earth·

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Length490 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage75 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNC03229

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: May 13, 2004
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Neil P. Chamblee

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Chamblee Dam?

Chamblee 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 Chamblee Dam?

Chamblee Dam is owned by Neil P. Chamblee (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Chamblee Dam?

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

When was Chamblee Dam last inspected?

Chamblee Dam was last inspected on May 13, 2004. 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.