Quail Hollow West Dam

Little Sugar Creek· Mecklenburg, North Carolina· Earth·
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Quail Hollow West 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 Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage23 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area26 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNC03443

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: February 23, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Quail Hollow Homeowners Association, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Quail Hollow West Dam?

Quail Hollow West 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 Quail Hollow West Dam?

Quail Hollow West Dam is owned by Quail Hollow Homeowners Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Quail Hollow West Dam?

Quail Hollow West 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 Quail Hollow West Dam last inspected?

Quail Hollow West Dam was last inspected on February 23, 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.