Jordan Millpond Dam

Cypress Creek· Northampton, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Jordan Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,050 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage275 acre-ft
Normal Storage228 acre-ft
Surface Area100 acres
Drainage Area5,568 sq mi
Max Discharge66 cfs
NID IDNC00804

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 31, 1976
State Regulated: No

Ownership

H R Howell

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jordan Millpond Dam?

Jordan Millpond 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 Jordan Millpond Dam?

Jordan Millpond Dam is owned by H R Howell (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Jordan Millpond Dam?

Jordan Millpond 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 Jordan Millpond Dam last inspected?

Jordan Millpond Dam was last inspected on August 31, 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.