Lake Carolina Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Carolina Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 90 acres |
| Max Discharge | 166 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | NC00012 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Carolina Lakes Property Owners Association
Private
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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Carolina Dam?
Lake Carolina 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 Lake Carolina Dam?
Lake Carolina Dam is owned by Carolina Lakes Property Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Carolina Dam built?
Lake Carolina Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Lake Carolina Dam?
Lake Carolina Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Other, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Lake Carolina Dam last inspected?
Lake Carolina Dam was last inspected on February 23, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.