Happy Valley Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Happy Valley Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| NID ID | NC05104 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Christopher D Beaver
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Happy Valley Pond Dam?
Happy Valley Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Happy Valley Pond Dam?
Happy Valley Pond Dam is owned by Christopher D Beaver (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Happy Valley Pond Dam?
Happy Valley 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 Happy Valley Pond Dam last inspected?
Happy Valley Pond Dam was last inspected on March 14, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.