Whispering Woods Golf Course Dam

UT to Mill Creek· Moore, North Carolina· Earth·
High Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Whispering Woods Golf Course Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage17 acre-ft
Normal Storage13 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
NID IDNC05358

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 24, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

TR & G Enterprises

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Whispering Woods Golf Course Dam?

Whispering Woods Golf Course Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Whispering Woods Golf Course Dam?

Whispering Woods Golf Course Dam is owned by TR & G Enterprises (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Whispering Woods Golf Course Dam?

Whispering Woods Golf Course Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Whispering Woods Golf Course Dam last inspected?

Whispering Woods Golf Course Dam was last inspected on January 24, 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.