Jackson Lake Dam

Little Coharie Creek· Sampson, North Carolina· Built 1959· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Jackson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length370 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage167 acre-ft
Normal Storage139 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Max Discharge99 cfs
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)
NID IDNC01187

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: March 4, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Patricia J Bradshaw

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jackson Lake Dam?

Jackson 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 Jackson Lake Dam?

Jackson Lake Dam is owned by Patricia J Bradshaw (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jackson Lake Dam built?

Jackson Lake Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Jackson Lake Dam?

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

When was Jackson Lake Dam last inspected?

Jackson Lake Dam was last inspected on March 4, 2022. 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.