Cottonade Dam

Beaver Creek· Cumberland, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Cottonade Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length125 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage64 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNC02132

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: July 29, 2013
State Regulated: No

Ownership

OREI Plantation at Fayetteville Property Owner LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cottonade Dam?

Cottonade 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 Cottonade Dam?

Cottonade Dam is owned by OREI Plantation at Fayetteville Property Owner LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cottonade Dam?

Cottonade 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 Cottonade Dam last inspected?

Cottonade Dam was last inspected on July 29, 2013. 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.