Donald Rand Dam

Back Creek· Rowan, North Carolina· Built 1981· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Donald Rand Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage58 acre-ft
Normal Storage64 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Year Completed1981 (45 years old)
NID IDNC04083

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: December 8, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Chad M Vriesema

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Donald Rand Dam?

Donald Rand 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 Donald Rand Dam?

Donald Rand Dam is owned by Chad M Vriesema (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Donald Rand Dam built?

Donald Rand Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Donald Rand Dam?

Donald Rand 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 Donald Rand Dam last inspected?

Donald Rand Dam was last inspected on December 8, 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.