Midway Fishing Lake Ii Dam

Muddy Fork· Cleveland, North Carolina· Built 1958· Earth·
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Midway Fishing Lake Ii Dam is classified as significant hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length335 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage45 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area60 sq mi
Max Discharge50 cfs
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDNC00123

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 3, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Tony C Crawford

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Midway Fishing Lake Ii Dam?

Midway Fishing Lake Ii Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Midway Fishing Lake Ii Dam?

Midway Fishing Lake Ii Dam is owned by Tony C Crawford (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Midway Fishing Lake Ii Dam built?

Midway Fishing Lake Ii Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Midway Fishing Lake Ii Dam?

Midway Fishing Lake Ii 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 Midway Fishing Lake Ii Dam last inspected?

Midway Fishing Lake Ii Dam was last inspected on November 3, 2020. 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.