Farmstead Pond Dam

Catawba River-Tr· Iredell, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
NID IDNC05561

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: November 16, 2021
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Farmstead Pond Dam?

Farmstead 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 Farmstead Pond Dam?

Farmstead Pond Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Farmstead Pond Dam?

Farmstead Pond Dam 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 Farmstead Pond Dam last inspected?

Farmstead Pond Dam was last inspected on November 16, 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.