Legacy Pond #2 Dam

UT to Parkers Creek· Chatham, North Carolina· Built 2008· Earth·

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Legacy Pond #2 Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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	425 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	26 acre-ft
Normal Storage	14 acre-ft

Surface Area	3 acres
Drainage Area	55 sq mi
Max Discharge	223 cfs
Year Completed	2008 (18 years old)
NID ID	NC05829

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 6, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Legacy at Jordan Lake HOA, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Legacy Pond #2 Dam?

Legacy Pond #2 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 Legacy Pond #2 Dam?

Legacy Pond #2 Dam is owned by Legacy at Jordan Lake HOA, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Legacy Pond #2 Dam built?

Legacy Pond #2 Dam was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Pond #2 Dam?

Legacy Pond #2 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 Legacy Pond #2 Dam last inspected?

Legacy Pond #2 Dam was last inspected on March 6, 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.