Rhyne Mills Dam #1

South Fork Catawba River· Lincoln, North Carolina· Concrete·
Low Hazard Hydroelectric Private

Key Takeaway

Rhyne Mills Dam #1 is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is hydroelectric.

Physical Details

Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area299,520 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNC05190

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: November 18, 2021
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Legacy Shares, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rhyne Mills Dam #1?

Rhyne Mills Dam #1 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 Rhyne Mills Dam #1?

Rhyne Mills Dam #1 is owned by Legacy Shares, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Rhyne Mills Dam #1?

Rhyne Mills Dam #1 serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Rhyne Mills Dam #1 last inspected?

Rhyne Mills Dam #1 was last inspected on November 18, 2021. 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.