Bobby Ikerd Dam

Pinch Gut Creek· Catawba, North Carolina· Built 1994· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Bobby Ikerd Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage95 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area85 sq mi
Year Completed1994 (32 years old)
NID IDNC05045

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

Owenby Properties, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bobby Ikerd Dam?

Bobby Ikerd Dam 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 Bobby Ikerd Dam?

Bobby Ikerd Dam is owned by Owenby Properties, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bobby Ikerd Dam built?

Bobby Ikerd Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Bobby Ikerd Dam?

Bobby Ikerd Dam 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 Bobby Ikerd Dam last inspected?

Bobby Ikerd Dam 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.