Sunbeam Farm Lake Dam #2

Little Beaver Dam Creek· Gaston, North Carolina· Earth·

Key Takeaway

Sunbeam Farm Lake Dam #2 is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Length220 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage55 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
NID IDNC01683

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 23, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Linda B. Beam Family Trust

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sunbeam Farm Lake Dam #2?

Sunbeam Farm Lake Dam #2 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 Sunbeam Farm Lake Dam #2?

Sunbeam Farm Lake Dam #2 is owned by Linda B. Beam Family Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Sunbeam Farm Lake Dam #2?

Sunbeam Farm Lake Dam #2 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Sunbeam Farm Lake Dam #2 last inspected?

Sunbeam Farm Lake Dam #2 was last inspected on November 23, 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.