Fluff'S Carp & Catfish Lake Dam

UT to Buffalo Creek· Cleveland, North Carolina· Earth·
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Fluff'S Carp & Catfish Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation. 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 Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage13 acre-ft
Normal Storage11 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area40 sq mi
NID IDNC06103

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: No
Last Inspection: December 22, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Tony Conner

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fluff'S Carp & Catfish Lake Dam?

Fluff'S Carp & Catfish Lake 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 Fluff'S Carp & Catfish Lake Dam?

Fluff'S Carp & Catfish Lake Dam is owned by Tony Conner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Fluff'S Carp & Catfish Lake Dam?

Fluff'S Carp & Catfish 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 Fluff'S Carp & Catfish Lake Dam last inspected?

Fluff'S Carp & Catfish Lake Dam was last inspected on December 22, 2021. 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.