Reid Lake Dam #2
Reid Lake Dam #2 is an earth dam located in Union County, North Carolina. It carries a Significant hazard potential classification and has a fair condition assessment.
About Reid Lake Dam #2
The primary purpose of Reid Lake Dam #2 is recreation. The dam creates a reservoir used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. The dam is owned by Preben Andersen (private). It impounds the Mcbride Branch near Van Wyck, Sc.
The dam stands 28 feet tall, and has a maximum storage capacity of 35 acre-feet.
This dam has a significant hazard potential classification, meaning that a failure could cause significant economic damage — flooding roads, bridges, or property downstream — but is not expected to result in loss of life. Its condition is rated fair — the dam has minor deficiencies that are being addressed or do not pose an immediate safety threat. The most recent inspection on record was 11/29/2023.
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Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Union |
| Nearest City | Van Wyck, Sc |
| River/Stream | Mcbride Branch |
| Coordinates | 35.01940, -80.78330 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 28 ft |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | Preben Andersen |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 11/29/2023 |
| Emergency Action Plan | No |
Identifiers
| NID ID | NC01330 |
| Federal ID | NC01330 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |