Old Peel Farm Dam

Roanoke River· Martin, North Carolina· Built 1960· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Old Peel Farm Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length175 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage101 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDNC03373

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: January 13, 2005
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Cypress Run Farms, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Old Peel Farm Dam?

Old Peel Farm 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 Old Peel Farm Dam?

Old Peel Farm Dam is owned by Cypress Run Farms, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Old Peel Farm Dam built?

Old Peel Farm Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Old Peel Farm Dam?

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

When was Old Peel Farm Dam last inspected?

Old Peel Farm Dam was last inspected on January 13, 2005. 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.