Johnson Lake Dam

Maxwell Creek· Duplin, North Carolina· Built 1966· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Johnson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,560 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Max Discharge33 cfs
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDNC01160

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: October 6, 2015
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Robert C Johnson

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Johnson Lake Dam?

Johnson 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 Johnson Lake Dam?

Johnson Lake Dam is owned by Robert C Johnson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Johnson Lake Dam built?

Johnson Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Johnson Lake Dam?

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

When was Johnson Lake Dam last inspected?

Johnson Lake Dam was last inspected on October 6, 2015. 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.