Freeman Lake Dam

Hamby Creek· Davidson, North Carolina· Earth·

Key Takeaway

Freeman Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is fire protection. 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 Length215 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage5 acre-ft
Normal Storage4 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
NID IDNC05502

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: February 14, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Juanita W Freeman

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Freeman Lake Dam?

Freeman 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 Freeman Lake Dam?

Freeman Lake Dam is owned by Juanita W Freeman (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Freeman Lake Dam?

Freeman Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Freeman Lake Dam last inspected?

Freeman Lake Dam was last inspected on February 14, 2023. 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.