Maple Lane Fish Pond Dam

UT to Drowning Creek· Burke, North Carolina· Earth·
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Maple Lane Fish Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. 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 Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage36 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area90 sq mi
NID IDNC01940

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: January 31, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Clyde F Price

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Maple Lane Fish Pond Dam?

Maple Lane Fish Pond 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 Maple Lane Fish Pond Dam?

Maple Lane Fish Pond Dam is owned by Clyde F Price (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Maple Lane Fish Pond Dam?

Maple Lane Fish Pond 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 Maple Lane Fish Pond Dam last inspected?

Maple Lane Fish Pond Dam was last inspected on January 31, 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.