Carolina Lakes Dam #1
North Carolina — Harnett County — Reedys Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Harnett |
| River | Reedys Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.28050, -79.03010 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 27 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 2,000 ft |
| NID Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | December 17, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1985 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Carolina Lakes Property Owners Association |
| Other Name | Mertle Bay Dam |
Location Map
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.