Skyview Lake Dam Lower

Hunting Creek-Tr· Iredell, North Carolina· Built 1952· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Skyview Lake Dam Lower is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length885 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area320 sq mi
Max Discharge5 cfs
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDNC00154

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: October 21, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Skyview Lake Property Management Co, Inc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Skyview Lake Dam Lower?

Skyview Lake Dam Lower 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 Skyview Lake Dam Lower?

Skyview Lake Dam Lower is owned by Skyview Lake Property Management Co, Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Skyview Lake Dam Lower built?

Skyview Lake Dam Lower was completed in 1952, making it 74 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Skyview Lake Dam Lower?

Skyview Lake Dam Lower 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 Skyview Lake Dam Lower last inspected?

Skyview Lake Dam Lower was last inspected on October 21, 2020. 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.