Harrington Pond Upper Dam

Jones Creek· Anson, North Carolina· Built 1996· Earth·
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Harrington Pond Upper Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Length398 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage67 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area542 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1996 (30 years old)
NID IDNC05921

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: March 17, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Gary L Harrington

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Harrington Pond Upper Dam?

Harrington Pond Upper 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 Harrington Pond Upper Dam?

Harrington Pond Upper Dam is owned by Gary L Harrington (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Harrington Pond Upper Dam built?

Harrington Pond Upper Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Harrington Pond Upper Dam?

Harrington Pond Upper Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Harrington Pond Upper Dam last inspected?

Harrington Pond Upper Dam was last inspected on March 17, 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.