Carson Pond Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMecklenburg
Nearest CityCharlotte
River/StreamMcAlpine Creek
Coordinates35.09489, -80.80813

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height18 ft
Dam Length235 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage17 acre-ft
Max Storage17 acre-ft
Normal Storage17 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCarson's Pond Homeowners Association, Inc.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection02/01/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC05332
Federal IDNC05332
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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