Davenport Pond Dam

Welch Creek· Martin, North Carolina· Built 1960· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Davenport Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage76 acre-ft
Normal Storage58 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDNC03375

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 13, 2005
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Irvin B Davenport

Private

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Davenport Pond Dam?

Davenport 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 Davenport Pond Dam?

Davenport Pond Dam is owned by Irvin B Davenport (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Davenport Pond Dam built?

Davenport Pond Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Davenport Pond Dam?

Davenport 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 Davenport Pond Dam last inspected?

Davenport Pond Dam was last inspected on January 13, 2005. 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.