Waverly Lake Dam

McAlpine Creek· Mecklenburg, North Carolina· Built 1952· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Waverly Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length373 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area860 sq mi
Max Discharge2,001 cfs
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDNC01240

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 25, 2023
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Waverly Swim Club, Inc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Waverly Lake Dam?

Waverly 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 Waverly Lake Dam?

Waverly Lake Dam is owned by Waverly Swim Club, Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Waverly Lake Dam built?

Waverly Lake Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Waverly Lake Dam?

Waverly 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 Waverly Lake Dam last inspected?

Waverly Lake Dam was last inspected on January 25, 2023. 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.