Cherryville City Reservoir Dam

Little Beaver Dam Creek· Gaston, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Cherryville City Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage88 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
NID IDNC01685

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 23, 2021
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Town of Cherryville

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cherryville City Reservoir Dam?

Cherryville City Reservoir 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 Cherryville City Reservoir Dam?

Cherryville City Reservoir Dam is owned by Town of Cherryville (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cherryville City Reservoir Dam?

Cherryville City Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Cherryville City Reservoir Dam last inspected?

Cherryville City Reservoir Dam was last inspected on November 23, 2021. 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.