Glossen Lake Dam #3

North Potts Creek· Davidson, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Glossen Lake Dam #3 is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage54 acre-ft
Normal Storage45 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area26 sq mi
NID IDNC01422

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: November 13, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Hubbard Realty of W-S, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Glossen Lake Dam #3?

Glossen Lake Dam #3 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 Glossen Lake Dam #3?

Glossen Lake Dam #3 is owned by Hubbard Realty of W-S, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Glossen Lake Dam #3?

Glossen Lake Dam #3 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 Glossen Lake Dam #3 last inspected?

Glossen Lake Dam #3 was last inspected on November 13, 2019. 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.