Milburnie Fish Club Lake Dam

Neuse River· Wake, North Carolina· Built 1913· Earth·
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Milburnie Fish Club Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length385 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage139 acre-ft
Normal Storage116 acre-ft
Drainage Area765 sq mi
Max Discharge198 cfs
Year Completed1913 (113 years old)
NID IDNC00867

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: Yes
Last Inspection: February 25, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Milburnie Fishing Club

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Milburnie Fish Club Lake Dam?

Milburnie Fish Club Lake 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 Milburnie Fish Club Lake Dam?

Milburnie Fish Club Lake Dam is owned by Milburnie Fishing Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Milburnie Fish Club Lake Dam built?

Milburnie Fish Club Lake Dam was completed in 1913, making it 113 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 Milburnie Fish Club Lake Dam?

Milburnie Fish Club 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 Milburnie Fish Club Lake Dam last inspected?

Milburnie Fish Club Lake Dam was last inspected on February 25, 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.