Dover Pond Dam B

Yates Millpond· Wake, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Dover Pond Dam B is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length280 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage61 acre-ft
Normal Storage31 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
NID IDNC04475

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: February 26, 1993
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Henry K MacNair

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dover Pond Dam B?

Dover Pond Dam B 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 Dover Pond Dam B?

Dover Pond Dam B is owned by Henry K MacNair (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dover Pond Dam B?

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

When was Dover Pond Dam B last inspected?

Dover Pond Dam B was last inspected on February 26, 1993. 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.