Wilson Brothers Dam South #2

Beaver Creek-Tr· Iredell, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Wilson Brothers Dam South #2 is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length516 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage109 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area281 sq mi
Max Discharge33 cfs
NID IDNC01620

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: October 21, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Wilson Properties LTD Partnership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wilson Brothers Dam South #2?

Wilson Brothers Dam South #2 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 Wilson Brothers Dam South #2?

Wilson Brothers Dam South #2 is owned by Wilson Properties LTD Partnership (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wilson Brothers Dam South #2?

Wilson Brothers Dam South #2 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 Wilson Brothers Dam South #2 last inspected?

Wilson Brothers Dam South #2 was last inspected on October 21, 2020. 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.