Dutchman Downs Lake Dam

Dutchmans Creek· Wake, North Carolina· Earth·
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Dutchman Downs Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
NID IDNC04625

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 29, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Harvey L Montague

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dutchman Downs Lake Dam?

Dutchman Downs Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Dutchman Downs Lake Dam?

Dutchman Downs Lake Dam is owned by Harvey L Montague (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dutchman Downs Lake Dam?

Dutchman Downs Lake 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 Dutchman Downs Lake Dam last inspected?

Dutchman Downs Lake Dam was last inspected on November 29, 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.