Kimmey Spearman Pond Dam

Horseshoe· Henderson, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Kimmey Spearman Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length144 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage23 acre-ft
Normal Storage17 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area28 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNC03055

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: January 6, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Lake Lesley, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kimmey Spearman Pond Dam?

Kimmey Spearman Pond 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 Kimmey Spearman Pond Dam?

Kimmey Spearman Pond Dam is owned by Lake Lesley, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Kimmey Spearman Pond Dam?

Kimmey Spearman Pond 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 Kimmey Spearman Pond Dam last inspected?

Kimmey Spearman Pond Dam was last inspected on January 6, 2023. 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.