Faircloth Pond Dam

Coharie Creek-Os· Sampson, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Faircloth Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina.

Physical Details

Dam Length399 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage73 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
NID IDNC04122

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 6, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Fred Dufuor

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Faircloth Pond Dam?

Faircloth 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 Faircloth Pond Dam?

Faircloth Pond Dam is owned by Fred Dufuor (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Faircloth Pond Dam last inspected?

Faircloth Pond Dam was last inspected on January 6, 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.