Kenneth Raymond Stowe Ii Dam

UT to the Catawba Creek· Gaston, North Carolina· Earth·
High Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Kenneth Raymond Stowe Ii Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is other. 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 Length120 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage8 acre-ft
Normal Storage5 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area27 sq mi
Max Discharge4 cfs
NID IDNC06486

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: January 13, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Raymond K Stowe

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kenneth Raymond Stowe Ii Dam?

Kenneth Raymond Stowe Ii 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 Kenneth Raymond Stowe Ii Dam?

Kenneth Raymond Stowe Ii Dam is owned by Raymond K Stowe (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Kenneth Raymond Stowe Ii Dam?

Kenneth Raymond Stowe Ii Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Kenneth Raymond Stowe Ii Dam last inspected?

Kenneth Raymond Stowe Ii Dam was last inspected on January 13, 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.