Mcdonald Dam

North Carolina — Mecklenburg County — UT to Irwin Creek

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMecklenburg
RiverUT to Irwin Creek
Coordinates35.29260, -80.81310

Physical Characteristics

NID Height13 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length265 ft
NID Storage10 acre-ft
Max Storage10 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJanuary 24, 2024
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCity of Charlotte Storm Water Services

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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.

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