Mclamb Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hannas Lake Dam Hayner Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Mclamb Lake Dam, located in Falcon, North Carolina, serves primarily for irrigation purposes and also offers recreational opportunities.
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Summary
This private dam on East Mingo Creek was completed in 1950 and stands at a structural height of 10 feet with a hydraulic height of 6 feet. It has a storage capacity of 58 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 15 acres, benefiting from a drainage area of 147 square miles.
Maintained by the North Carolina Dam Safety Program, Mclamb Lake Dam has a fair condition assessment but poses a high hazard potential. Regular inspections are conducted, with the last assessment taking place in February 2021. The dam's emergency action plan was last revised in November 2001, and it meets regulatory guidelines. With a maximum discharge capacity of 248 cubic feet per second, this earth dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.
Despite its age, Mclamb Lake Dam continues to be a vital resource for the local community, ensuring irrigation needs are met and offering recreational opportunities. As a regulated structure with state oversight, the dam's maintenance and safety are closely monitored. With its strategic location and significant storage capacity, Mclamb Lake Dam remains an important asset in managing water resources and climate challenges in the area.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
600 |
River Or Stream |
East Mingo Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
6 |
Drainage Area |
147 |
Nid Storage |
58 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cape Fear River At Lillington
|
711cfs |
Middle Creek Near Clayton
|
54cfs |
Little River At Manchester
|
263cfs |
Neuse River Near Clayton
|
384cfs |
Swift Creek Near Mccullars Crossroads
|
7cfs |
Little River Near Princeton
|
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.
Mclamb Lake Dam