Kuykendall Dam
Key Takeaway
Kuykendall Dam is classified as significant hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 110 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| NID ID | NC01933 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Cowan Cove, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kuykendall Dam?
Kuykendall Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Kuykendall Dam?
Kuykendall Dam is owned by Cowan Cove, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Kuykendall Dam?
Kuykendall 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 Kuykendall Dam last inspected?
Kuykendall Dam was last inspected on February 3, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.