Ragland Dam

Barton Creek· Wake, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Ragland Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
NID IDNC04544

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: April 19, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

David C Falk

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ragland Dam?

Ragland 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 Ragland Dam?

Ragland Dam is owned by David C Falk (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Ragland Dam?

Ragland 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 Ragland Dam last inspected?

Ragland Dam was last inspected on April 19, 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.