Cabarrus Country Club Lake Dam is a private earth dam located in Cabarrus, North Carolina, near the city of Roberta Mills.
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Built in 1965, the dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a storage capacity of 63 acre-feet and a surface area of 15.6 acres. The dam has a hydraulic height of 11 feet and a structural height of 16 feet, with a length of 576 feet. It is situated on the Coddle Creek-Os river system and is under the jurisdiction of the Wilmington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite being privately owned, Cabarrus Country Club Lake Dam is not regulated by the state and has a low hazard potential, with a satisfactory condition assessment as of the last inspection in September 2015. The dam has not been modified in recent years and does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. The risk assessment and management measures for the dam are currently unspecified, and there are no inundation maps or designated emergency contacts updated for potential incidents.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Cabarrus Country Club Lake Dam an interesting case study in private dam ownership and management, with a focus on recreational use rather than flood control or water supply. The dam's location in a rural area with limited associated structures and a low hazard potential highlights the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. Further research and monitoring of this dam could provide valuable insights into the impact of private ownership on dam safety and resilience in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
576 |
River Or Stream |
Coddle Creek-Os |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Nid Storage |
63 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |