University Place Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMecklenburg
River/StreamMallard Creek
Coordinates35.31340, -80.74950

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height45 ft
Dam Length400 ft
Year Completed1985 (41 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage192 acre-ft
Max Storage192 acre-ft
Normal Storage158 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,027 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerUniversity Place Owners Association, Inc.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection01/22/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC03453
Federal IDNC03453
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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