Biggers Dam Lower

South Crowders Creek· Gaston, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Biggers Dam Lower is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage53 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
NID IDNC05285

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 3, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Clifton M. Baldwin

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Biggers Dam Lower?

Biggers Dam Lower is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Biggers Dam Lower?

Biggers Dam Lower is owned by Clifton M. Baldwin (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Biggers Dam Lower?

Biggers Dam Lower serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Biggers Dam Lower last inspected?

Biggers Dam Lower was last inspected on November 3, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.