Maready Lake Dam

Muddy Creek-Tr· Forsyth, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Maready Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length460 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage66 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area985 sq mi
Max Discharge790 cfs
NID IDNC04805

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: March 5, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Strawberry Lane Partnership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Maready Lake Dam?

Maready Lake 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 Maready Lake Dam?

Maready Lake Dam is owned by Strawberry Lane Partnership (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Maready Lake Dam?

Maready Lake 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 Maready Lake Dam last inspected?

Maready Lake Dam was last inspected on March 5, 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.