Bryan Millpond Dam

Reedy Meadow Creek· Bladen, North Carolina· Built 1801· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Bryan Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1801 and is 225 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage605 acre-ft
Normal Storage504 acre-ft
Surface Area165 acres
Drainage Area5,408 sq mi
Max Discharge99 cfs
Year Completed1801 (225 years old)
NID IDNC01170

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: January 24, 2013
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Bryan's Millpond, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bryan Millpond Dam?

Bryan Millpond 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 Bryan Millpond Dam?

Bryan Millpond Dam is owned by Bryan's Millpond, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bryan Millpond Dam built?

Bryan Millpond Dam was completed in 1801, making it 225 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 Bryan Millpond Dam?

Bryan Millpond 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 Bryan Millpond Dam last inspected?

Bryan Millpond Dam was last inspected on January 24, 2013. 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.