Fly Rod Lake Dam

Little River· Moore, North Carolina· Built 1967· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Fly Rod Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,056 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage182 acre-ft
Normal Storage166 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Max Discharge7 cfs
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDNC00074

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: Yes
Last Inspection: May 27, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Village of Whispering Pines

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fly Rod Lake Dam?

Fly Rod 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 Fly Rod Lake Dam?

Fly Rod Lake Dam is owned by Village of Whispering Pines (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fly Rod Lake Dam built?

Fly Rod Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Fly Rod Lake Dam?

Fly Rod 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 Fly Rod Lake Dam last inspected?

Fly Rod Lake Dam was last inspected on May 27, 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.