Pine Lake Country Club Dam, located in Charlotte, North Carolina, serves primarily for irrigation purposes along the Irvins Creek-Tr.
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Built in 1950, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 15 feet with a hydraulic height of 12 feet, providing a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet. The dam, with a length of 400 feet, is rated as having low hazard potential and is currently in a not-rated condition as of its last inspection in September 2017.
Owned privately, the Pine Lake Country Club Dam is not regulated by the state and has no associated federal agencies for funding or oversight. Despite its age, the dam has not undergone any significant modifications over the years and does not have an emergency action plan in place. With a drainage area of 454 acres, the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 33 cubic feet per second.
Although the Pine Lake Country Club Dam may not be subject to stringent regulatory measures, its importance in providing irrigation water to the surrounding area cannot be overstated. With its relatively low hazard potential and sturdy earth construction, the dam continues to play a crucial role in supporting the water resource needs of the community, making it a valuable asset for both the country club and the local ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
400 |
River Or Stream |
Irvins Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
454 |
Nid Storage |
51 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |