Johnson Millpond Dam #1

Occoneechee Creek· Northampton, North Carolina· Built 1950· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Johnson Millpond Dam #1 is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length285 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage422 acre-ft
Normal Storage352 acre-ft
Max Discharge26 cfs
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDNC00809

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: August 4, 1976
State Regulated: No

Ownership

W R Johnston

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Johnson Millpond Dam #1?

Johnson Millpond Dam #1 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 Johnson Millpond Dam #1?

Johnson Millpond Dam #1 is owned by W R Johnston (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Johnson Millpond Dam #1 built?

Johnson Millpond Dam #1 was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Johnson Millpond Dam #1?

Johnson Millpond Dam #1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Johnson Millpond Dam #1 last inspected?

Johnson Millpond Dam #1 was last inspected on August 4, 1976. 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.