Hendricks Lake Dam

Buffalo Creek· Cleveland, North Carolina· Built 1952· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hendricks Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length246 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage92 acre-ft
Normal Storage77 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Max Discharge66 cfs
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDNC00125

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: December 2, 2021
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Daniel Y Miller

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hendricks Lake Dam?

Hendricks Lake Dam 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 Hendricks Lake Dam?

Hendricks Lake Dam is owned by Daniel Y Miller (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hendricks Lake Dam built?

Hendricks Lake Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Hendricks Lake Dam?

Hendricks Lake Dam 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 Hendricks Lake Dam last inspected?

Hendricks Lake Dam was last inspected on December 2, 2021. 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.