Wall Lagoon Upper Dam

UT to Little Mountain Creek· Richmond, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Wall Lagoon Upper Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage24 acre-ft
Normal Storage23 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
NID IDNC05375

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: July 2, 2013
State Regulated: No

Ownership

N.G. Purvis Farms, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wall Lagoon Upper Dam?

Wall Lagoon Upper 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 Wall Lagoon Upper Dam?

Wall Lagoon Upper Dam is owned by N.G. Purvis Farms, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wall Lagoon Upper Dam?

Wall Lagoon Upper Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Wall Lagoon Upper Dam last inspected?

Wall Lagoon Upper Dam was last inspected on July 2, 2013. 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.