Carrigan Irrigation Pond Dam

Back Creek· Iredell, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Carrigan Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage345 acre-ft
Normal Storage134 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area648 sq mi
NID IDNC06466

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: Yes
Last Inspection: July 28, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Carrigan Farm, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Carrigan Irrigation Pond Dam?

Carrigan Irrigation Pond 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 Carrigan Irrigation Pond Dam?

Carrigan Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Carrigan Farm, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Carrigan Irrigation Pond Dam?

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

When was Carrigan Irrigation Pond Dam last inspected?

Carrigan Irrigation Pond Dam was last inspected on July 28, 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.