Staley Lake Dam

South Potts Creek· Davidson, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage31 acre-ft
Normal Storage26 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
NID IDNC01577

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: February 25, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Algernon S Neal

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Staley Lake Dam?

Staley Lake 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 Staley Lake Dam?

Staley Lake Dam is owned by Algernon S Neal (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Staley Lake Dam?

Staley Lake 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 Staley Lake Dam last inspected?

Staley Lake Dam was last inspected on February 25, 2014. 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.