Reedy Creek Park Dam #3

Reedy Creek· Mecklenburg, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Reedy Creek Park Dam #3 is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Length355 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage71 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNC05338

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: September 27, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Mecklenburg County

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Reedy Creek Park Dam #3?

Reedy Creek Park Dam #3 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 Reedy Creek Park Dam #3?

Reedy Creek Park Dam #3 is owned by Mecklenburg County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Reedy Creek Park Dam #3?

Reedy Creek Park Dam #3 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Reedy Creek Park Dam #3 last inspected?

Reedy Creek Park Dam #3 was last inspected on September 27, 2017. 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.