General Electric Dam #2
Key Takeaway
General Electric Dam #2 is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 1,510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| NID ID | NC01336 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
General Electric Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of General Electric Dam #2?
General Electric Dam #2 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 General Electric Dam #2?
General Electric Dam #2 is owned by General Electric Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of General Electric Dam #2?
General Electric Dam #2 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 General Electric Dam #2 last inspected?
General Electric Dam #2 was last inspected on March 5, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.