Lovell Dam

W. Fork Twelvemile Creek· Union, North Carolina· Built 1982· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Lovell Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage57 acre-ft
Normal Storage22 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area125 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1982 (44 years old)
NID IDNC04395

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 9, 2021
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Weddington Trace Homeowners Association, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lovell Dam?

Lovell 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 Lovell Dam?

Lovell Dam is owned by Weddington Trace Homeowners Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lovell Dam built?

Lovell Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Lovell Dam?

Lovell 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 Lovell Dam last inspected?

Lovell Dam was last inspected on November 9, 2021. 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.