Lake Jane Dam

Coffee Branch· Haywood, North Carolina· Earth·

Key Takeaway

Lake Jane Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is fire protection. 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 Length393 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage22 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
NID IDNC03002

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: Yes
Last Inspection: March 1, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

D B Niehoff, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Jane Dam?

Lake Jane 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 Jane Dam?

Lake Jane Dam is owned by D B Niehoff, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Jane Dam?

Lake Jane Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Lake Jane Dam last inspected?

Lake Jane Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2023. 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.