Wakefield Lake Dam #2
North Carolina, Wake County, Richland Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Wake |
| River | Richland Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.95460, -78.55920 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 45 ft |
| Dam Height | - |
| Dam Length | 345 ft |
| NID Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | December 10, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | - |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1953 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | Huaiyu Dai Xueyun Xie |
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About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.