The Peninsula At Amberly Dam

Panther Creek· Chatham, North Carolina· Earth·
Significant Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

The Peninsula At Amberly Dam is classified as significant hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage44 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area61 sq mi
Year Modified2007
NID IDNC02086

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 20, 2022
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Peninsula at Amberly HOA, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of The Peninsula At Amberly Dam?

The Peninsula At Amberly Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates The Peninsula At Amberly Dam?

The Peninsula At Amberly Dam is owned by Peninsula at Amberly HOA, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of The Peninsula At Amberly Dam?

The Peninsula At Amberly Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was The Peninsula At Amberly Dam last inspected?

The Peninsula At Amberly Dam was last inspected on April 20, 2022. 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.