Winery Lane Dam

McAlpine Creek· Mecklenburg, North Carolina· Earth·
High Hazard Other State Government

Key Takeaway

Winery Lane Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is other. 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 Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage7 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area25 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNC05616

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: May 18, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Lawyers Road Professional Park, Inc.

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Winery Lane Dam?

Winery Lane 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 Winery Lane Dam?

Winery Lane Dam is owned by Lawyers Road Professional Park, Inc. (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Winery Lane Dam?

Winery Lane 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 Winery Lane Dam last inspected?

Winery Lane Dam was last inspected on May 18, 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.