Ncsu Farm Unit Dam #2

Swift Creek· Wake, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation State Government

Key Takeaway

Ncsu Farm Unit Dam #2 is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage40 acre-ft
NID IDNC01458

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: March 11, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Ncsu Research Facilities

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ncsu Farm Unit Dam #2?

Ncsu Farm Unit 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 Ncsu Farm Unit Dam #2?

Ncsu Farm Unit Dam #2 is owned by Ncsu Research Facilities (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Ncsu Farm Unit Dam #2?

Ncsu Farm Unit Dam #2 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Ncsu Farm Unit Dam #2 last inspected?

Ncsu Farm Unit Dam #2 was last inspected on March 11, 2019. 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.