Mountain Harbour Dam
Key Takeaway
Mountain Harbour Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 224 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | NC05264 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Malcolm R Godwin
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mountain Harbour Dam?
Mountain Harbour 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 Mountain Harbour Dam?
Mountain Harbour Dam is owned by Malcolm R Godwin (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mountain Harbour Dam built?
Mountain Harbour Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Mountain Harbour Dam?
Mountain Harbour 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 Harbour Dam last inspected?
Mountain Harbour Dam was last inspected on January 25, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.