Eddins Pond Dam

Crooked Creek· Franklin, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Eddins Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage66 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNC02588

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: April 29, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Steve H Mitchell

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Eddins Pond Dam?

Eddins 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 Eddins Pond Dam?

Eddins Pond Dam is owned by Steve H Mitchell (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Eddins Pond Dam?

Eddins 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 Eddins Pond Dam last inspected?

Eddins Pond Dam was last inspected on April 29, 2019. 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.