Faircloth Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Faircloth Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 82 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | NC00627 |
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
Irene F Gattis
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Faircloth Lake Dam?
Faircloth Lake 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 Faircloth Lake Dam?
Faircloth Lake Dam is owned by Irene F Gattis (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Faircloth Lake Dam built?
Faircloth Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Faircloth Lake Dam?
Faircloth 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 Faircloth Lake Dam last inspected?
Faircloth Lake Dam was last inspected on January 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.