Colonial Country Club Dam Upper

Uwharrie River· Randolph, North Carolina· Built 1962· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Colonial Country Club Dam Upper is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length482 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage98 acre-ft
Normal Storage82 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area90 sq mi
Max Discharge50 cfs
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDNC00441

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: November 27, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Colonial Country Club

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Colonial Country Club Dam Upper?

Colonial Country Club Dam Upper 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 Colonial Country Club Dam Upper?

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

When was Colonial Country Club Dam Upper built?

Colonial Country Club Dam Upper was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Colonial Country Club Dam Upper?

Colonial Country Club Dam Upper 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 Colonial Country Club Dam Upper last inspected?

Colonial Country Club Dam Upper was last inspected on November 27, 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.