City of Cherryville Water Supply Reservoir Dam

Lincoln, North Carolina· Earth·
High Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

City of Cherryville Water Supply Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,726 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage67 acre-ft
Normal Storage67 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNC06125

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 13, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Town of Cherryville

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of City of Cherryville Water Supply Reservoir Dam?

City of Cherryville Water Supply Reservoir Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates City of Cherryville Water Supply Reservoir Dam?

City of Cherryville Water Supply 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 City of Cherryville Water Supply Reservoir Dam?

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

When was City of Cherryville Water Supply Reservoir Dam last inspected?

City of Cherryville Water Supply Reservoir Dam was last inspected on January 13, 2022. 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.