Craig Mcdowell Farm Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Craig Mcdowell Farm Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 108 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 229 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2009 (17 years old) |
| NID ID | NC05934 |
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
Three C Farms & Me, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Craig Mcdowell Farm Pond Dam?
Craig Mcdowell Farm Pond 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 Craig Mcdowell Farm Pond Dam?
Craig Mcdowell Farm Pond Dam is owned by Three C Farms & Me, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Craig Mcdowell Farm Pond Dam built?
Craig Mcdowell Farm Pond Dam was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Craig Mcdowell Farm Pond Dam?
Craig Mcdowell Farm Pond 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 Craig Mcdowell Farm Pond Dam last inspected?
Craig Mcdowell Farm Pond Dam was last inspected on December 30, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.