Moose Lodge Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Clair Dam Forrest Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Moose Lodge Dam, located in Fayetteville, North Carolina, along Blounts Creek, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
Standing at a structural height of 12 feet and a length of 425 feet, the dam provides a serene setting for outdoor activities with a surface area of 9.2 acres and a normal storage capacity of 38 acre-feet. Despite not being state-regulated, the dam is inspected regularly to ensure its safety and integrity, with the last assessment conducted in November 2020.
With a high hazard potential and a condition assessment labeled as "Not Rated," Moose Lodge Dam remains a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in understanding the dynamics and challenges of managing such structures. While lacking detailed information on its construction year and specific features like spillways or outlet gates, the dam's significance lies in its contribution to local recreational opportunities and potential implications for downstream communities in the event of a hazard. As a non-USACE dam, it operates independently within the private sector, emphasizing the importance of private dam owners in maintaining safe and sustainable water infrastructure.
As water resource management continues to be a critical issue in the face of climate change, Moose Lodge Dam serves as a noteworthy case study for the intersection of private ownership, recreational use, and safety considerations in dam operations. Its location along Blounts Creek presents opportunities for further research on the ecological impacts of dams on river ecosystems and the resilience of such structures in the face of changing environmental conditions. For enthusiasts seeking to delve deeper into the nuances of water infrastructure and climate adaptation, Moose Lodge Dam offers a compelling site for exploration and discussion.
Dam Length |
425 |
River Or Stream |
Blounts Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9.2 |
Nid Storage |
38 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little River At Manchester
|
263cfs |
Cape Fear R At Wilm O Huske Lock Nr Tarheel
|
1860cfs |
Rockfish Creek At Raeford
|
104cfs |
Flat Creek Near Inverness
|
7cfs |
Big Swamp Nr Tarheel
|
125cfs |
Cape Fear River At Lillington
|
711cfs |
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.
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