Legacy Irrigation Storage Pond Dam

Chatham, North Carolina· Built 2007· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Legacy Irrigation Storage Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length680 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage42 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2007 (19 years old)
NID IDNC06064

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: November 20, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Aqua North Carolina, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Legacy Irrigation Storage Pond Dam?

Legacy Irrigation Storage Pond 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 Legacy Irrigation Storage Pond Dam?

Legacy Irrigation Storage Pond Dam is owned by Aqua North Carolina, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Legacy Irrigation Storage Pond Dam built?

Legacy Irrigation Storage Pond Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Legacy Irrigation Storage Pond Dam?

Legacy Irrigation Storage Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Legacy Irrigation Storage Pond Dam last inspected?

Legacy Irrigation Storage Pond Dam was last inspected on November 20, 2019. 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.