Davidian Dam

Lower Barton Creek· Wake, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage58 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
NID IDNC04552

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 15, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Vartan A Davidian

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Davidian Dam?

Davidian 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 Davidian Dam?

Davidian Dam is owned by Vartan A Davidian (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Davidian Dam?

Davidian 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 Davidian Dam last inspected?

Davidian Dam was last inspected on November 15, 2017. 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.