Governors Club Dam #5
Key Takeaway
Governors Club Dam #5 is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | NC05261 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Governors Club Property Owners Association, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Governors Club Dam #5?
Governors Club Dam #5 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 Governors Club Dam #5?
Governors Club Dam #5 is owned by Governors Club Property Owners Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Governors Club Dam #5 built?
Governors Club Dam #5 was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Governors Club Dam #5?
Governors Club Dam #5 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 Governors Club Dam #5 last inspected?
Governors Club Dam #5 was last inspected on November 18, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.