Timmerman Lake Dam

Cedar Creek· Franklin, North Carolina· Built 1954· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Timmerman Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length660 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage237 acre-ft
Normal Storage198 acre-ft
Max Discharge165 cfs
Year Completed1954 (72 years old)
NID IDNC01071

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: January 9, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Arendt, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Timmerman Lake Dam?

Timmerman 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 Timmerman Lake Dam?

Timmerman Lake Dam is owned by Arendt, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Timmerman Lake Dam built?

Timmerman Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Timmerman Lake Dam?

Timmerman 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 Timmerman Lake Dam last inspected?

Timmerman Lake Dam was last inspected on January 9, 2019. 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.