Hideaway Mountain Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hideaway Mountain Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. 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 | 195 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Max Discharge | 125 cfs |
| NID ID | NC01259 |
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
Martin E Sanchez
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hideaway Mountain Lake Dam?
Hideaway Mountain 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 Hideaway Mountain Lake Dam?
Hideaway Mountain Lake Dam is owned by Martin E Sanchez (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Hideaway Mountain Lake Dam?
Hideaway Mountain 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 Hideaway Mountain Lake Dam last inspected?
Hideaway Mountain Lake Dam was last inspected on January 10, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.