Hedrick Lake Dam

James Creek· Moore, North Carolina· Built 1954· Earth·
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Hedrick Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage126 acre-ft
Normal Storage101 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Max Discharge167 cfs
Year Completed1954 (72 years old)
NID IDNC00043

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: July 29, 2013
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Hedrick Family Limited Partnership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hedrick Lake Dam?

Hedrick Lake 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 Hedrick Lake Dam?

Hedrick Lake Dam is owned by Hedrick Family Limited Partnership (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hedrick Lake Dam built?

Hedrick Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Hedrick Lake Dam?

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

When was Hedrick Lake Dam last inspected?

Hedrick Lake Dam was last inspected on July 29, 2013. 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.