Devane Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Harriss Dam Fairway Farms Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Devane Lake Dam, located in Carbanton, North Carolina, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
Completed in 1968, the dam stands at a hydraulic height of 32 feet and a structural height of 36 feet, with a length of 376 feet. The reservoir created by the dam has a storage capacity of 224 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 205 acre-feet and a surface area of 14 acres.
The dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. The hazard potential of the dam is rated as low, and its condition assessment as of 2009 was not rated. The last inspection date was in 2009, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years.
Although the dam does not have a designated emergency action plan or inundation maps prepared, it remains an important structure for recreation in the area, providing opportunities for boating, fishing, and other water-based activities. With its picturesque location on Little Governor Creek-Trib, Devane Lake Dam serves as both a functional structure and a scenic destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
376 |
River Or Stream |
Little Governor Creek-Trib |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Nid Storage |
224 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
36 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tick Creek Near Mount Vernon Springs
|
5cfs |
Deep River At Moncure
|
310cfs |
Flat Creek Near Inverness
|
10cfs |
Buckhorn Creek Nr Corinth
|
49cfs |
Haw River Near Bynum
|
252cfs |
Deep River At Ramseur
|
84cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Devane Lake Dam