Heriot Wilkins Dam

Carvers Creek· Cumberland, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Heriot Wilkins Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage77 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
NID IDNC02138

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 18, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

The WIlkins Company of Fayetteville

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Heriot Wilkins Dam?

Heriot Wilkins 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 Heriot Wilkins Dam?

Heriot Wilkins Dam is owned by The WIlkins Company of Fayetteville (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Heriot Wilkins Dam?

Heriot Wilkins 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 Heriot Wilkins Dam last inspected?

Heriot Wilkins Dam was last inspected on March 18, 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.