Frazier Lake Dam

Gideon Swamp· Nash, North Carolina· Built 1957· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Frazier Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length390 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage42 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Max Discharge62 cfs
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDNC00922

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: No
Last Inspection: January 24, 2001
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Horace Pullen

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Frazier Lake Dam?

Frazier 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 Frazier Lake Dam?

Frazier Lake Dam is owned by Horace Pullen (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Frazier Lake Dam built?

Frazier Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Frazier Lake Dam?

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

When was Frazier Lake Dam last inspected?

Frazier Lake Dam was last inspected on January 24, 2001. 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.