Davis Lake Subdivision Dam

Clarks Creek· Mecklenburg, North Carolina· Earth·
High Hazard Other Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Davis Lake Subdivision Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage173 acre-ft
Normal Storage95 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area275 sq mi
Year Modified2003
NID IDNC03460

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: February 28, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Davis Lake Community Association, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Davis Lake Subdivision Dam?

Davis Lake Subdivision Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Davis Lake Subdivision Dam?

Davis Lake Subdivision Dam is owned by Davis Lake Community Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Davis Lake Subdivision Dam?

Davis Lake Subdivision Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Davis Lake Subdivision Dam last inspected?

Davis Lake Subdivision Dam was last inspected on February 28, 2023. 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.