#3 Slurry Pond
Key Takeaway
#3 Slurry Pond is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is tailings. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 52.4% in NC) |
| Dam Length | 7,466 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| NID ID | NC83453 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
B V HEDRICK GRAVEL & SAND CO.
Private
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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of #3 Slurry Pond?
#3 Slurry Pond is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates #3 Slurry Pond?
#3 Slurry Pond is owned by B V HEDRICK GRAVEL & SAND CO. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of #3 Slurry Pond?
#3 Slurry Pond serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is #3 Slurry Pond?
#3 Slurry Pond has a dam height of 30 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.