Honeycutt Dam Lower

Black River· Harnett, North Carolina· Earth·
High Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Honeycutt Dam Lower is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 Length240 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage23 acre-ft
Normal Storage17 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
NID IDNC02992

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 18, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Ted W Honeycutt

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Honeycutt Dam Lower?

Honeycutt Dam Lower 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 Honeycutt Dam Lower?

Honeycutt Dam Lower is owned by Ted W Honeycutt (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Honeycutt Dam Lower?

Honeycutt Dam Lower serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Honeycutt Dam Lower last inspected?

Honeycutt Dam Lower was last inspected on April 18, 2023. 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.