Millstone 4-H Camp Dam

Millstone Lake· Richmond, North Carolina· Earth·
High Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Millstone 4-H Camp 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 Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage38 acre-ft
Normal Storage26 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNC05379

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 17, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

NC Wildlife Resources Commission

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Millstone 4-H Camp Dam?

Millstone 4-H Camp 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 Millstone 4-H Camp Dam?

Millstone 4-H Camp Dam is owned by NC Wildlife Resources Commission (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Millstone 4-H Camp Dam?

Millstone 4-H Camp 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 Millstone 4-H Camp Dam last inspected?

Millstone 4-H Camp Dam was last inspected on January 17, 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.