House-Autry Dam

Seven Mile Swamp· Sampson, North Carolina· Built 1850· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

House-Autry Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1850 and is 176 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length888 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage308 acre-ft
Surface Area41 acres
Drainage Area11,648 sq mi
Year Completed1850 (176 years old)
NID IDNC05468

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: Yes
Last Inspection: September 25, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Patricia W Warren

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of House-Autry Dam?

House-Autry 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 House-Autry Dam?

House-Autry Dam is owned by Patricia W Warren (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was House-Autry Dam built?

House-Autry Dam was completed in 1850, making it 176 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 House-Autry Dam?

House-Autry 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 House-Autry Dam last inspected?

House-Autry Dam was last inspected on September 25, 2018. 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.