Gaston Country Club Lake Dam

Catawba Creek· Gaston, North Carolina· Earth·
High Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Gaston Country Club Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 Length240 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDNC01676

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: January 5, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Gaston Country Club, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gaston Country Club Lake Dam?

Gaston Country Club 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 Gaston Country Club Lake Dam?

Gaston Country Club Lake Dam is owned by Gaston Country Club, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Gaston Country Club Lake Dam?

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

When was Gaston Country Club Lake Dam last inspected?

Gaston Country Club Lake Dam was last inspected on January 5, 2022. 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.