Eagle Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Eagle Lake Dam, also known as Eagle Lake Fishing Club Dam, is a privately-owned structure located in Mecklenburg, North Carolina.


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Summary

Completed in 1961, this earth-type dam serves primarily for recreational purposes along the Coffey Creek-Tr river. With a hydraulic height of 25 feet and a structural height of 30 feet, it provides a storage capacity of 300 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 250 acre-feet. The dam covers a length of 390 feet and is regulated by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program, ensuring its compliance with state safety standards.

Despite its low hazard potential, Eagle Lake Dam is regularly inspected, with the most recent assessment in October 2020 revealing a fair condition. The dam has a designated inspection frequency of 5 years, highlighting the importance of monitoring its structural integrity. While there have been no major modifications or risk assessments reported, the dam continues to be a vital component of the local water resource infrastructure. In the event of an emergency, the dam's emergency action plan is currently under review, ensuring that all necessary safety measures are in place to protect the surrounding community.

Overall, Eagle Lake Dam stands as a testament to responsible water resource management and a commitment to ensuring the safety and enjoyment of its recreational users. As a vital structure in the Wilmington District, this dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and storage in the Coffey Creek-Tr river. With its picturesque location and historical significance, Eagle Lake Dam remains a cornerstone of North Carolina's water resource landscape.

Year Completed

1961

Dam Length

390

River Or Stream

Coffey Creek-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

25

Drainage Area

506

Nid Storage

300

Structural Height

30

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

30
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.