Mountain Camp Dam

Turtle Pond Creek· Macon, North Carolina· Earth·
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mountain 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 Length178 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage7 acre-ft
Normal Storage5 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
NID IDNC03349

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: May 10, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Alegro Leasing, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mountain Camp Dam?

Mountain 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 Mountain Camp Dam?

Mountain Camp Dam is owned by Alegro Leasing, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mountain Camp Dam?

Mountain 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 Mountain Camp Dam last inspected?

Mountain Camp Dam was last inspected on May 10, 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.