Galliher Farm Waste Storage Dam

Iredell, North Carolina· Built 2009· Earth·
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Galliher Farm Waste Storage Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Length810 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage19 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed2009 (17 years old)
NID IDNC05867

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: October 31, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Larry D Galliher

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Galliher Farm Waste Storage Dam?

Galliher Farm Waste Storage 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 Galliher Farm Waste Storage Dam?

Galliher Farm Waste Storage Dam is owned by Larry D Galliher (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Galliher Farm Waste Storage Dam built?

Galliher Farm Waste Storage Dam was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Galliher Farm Waste Storage Dam?

Galliher Farm Waste Storage Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Galliher Farm Waste Storage Dam last inspected?

Galliher Farm Waste Storage Dam was last inspected on October 31, 2018. 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.