Sidney Fish Dam

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

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Length410 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage132 acre-ft
Normal Storage112 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
NID IDNC04594

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: March 7, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Edward B Breitschwerdt

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sidney Fish Dam?

Sidney Fish 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 Sidney Fish Dam?

Sidney Fish Dam is owned by Edward B Breitschwerdt (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Sidney Fish Dam?

Sidney Fish 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 Sidney Fish Dam last inspected?

Sidney Fish Dam was last inspected on March 7, 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.