Murray Corriher Dam #2

Irish Buffalo Dam· Rowan, North Carolina· Built 1978· Earth·
Low Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Murray Corriher Dam #2 is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage17 acre-ft
Normal Storage57 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDNC04079

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 31, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Murray A Corriher

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Murray Corriher Dam #2?

Murray Corriher Dam #2 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 Murray Corriher Dam #2?

Murray Corriher Dam #2 is owned by Murray A Corriher (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Murray Corriher Dam #2 built?

Murray Corriher Dam #2 was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Murray Corriher Dam #2?

Murray Corriher Dam #2 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Murray Corriher Dam #2 last inspected?

Murray Corriher Dam #2 was last inspected on October 31, 2018. 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.