North Lake Subd. Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Walden Two Dam Woodrow Allen Dam
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
North Lake Subd.
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Summary
Dam, located in Mecklenburg, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes. With a structural height of 21 feet and a hydraulic height of 19 feet, the dam helps create a surface area of 2.8 acres and a storage capacity of 22 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Mckee Creek-Tr, within the Wilmington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite being privately owned, the dam is subject to state inspection, ensuring its safety and functionality. The last inspection in November 2018 determined the dam to be in fair condition with a significant hazard potential. While no state regulation or permitting is required for this dam, its maintenance and operation are essential to prevent any potential risks to downstream areas in Charlotte.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, North Lake Subd. Dam serves as a unique case study in private dam ownership and the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to mitigate potential hazards. The dam's role in providing recreational opportunities while managing water resources highlights the delicate balance between human activities and environmental stewardship in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Length |
290 |
River Or Stream |
Mckee Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Drainage Area |
70.5 |
Nid Storage |
22 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
21 |
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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.
North Lake Subd. Dam