Kinderton Development Dam #1

Yadkin River-Tr· Davie, North Carolina· Built 1953· Earth·

Key Takeaway

Kinderton Development Dam #1 is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage77 acre-ft
Normal Storage64 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Year Completed1953 (73 years old)
NID IDNC00257

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: Yes
Last Inspection: November 24, 2020
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Burt Bahnson

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kinderton Development Dam #1?

Kinderton Development 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 Kinderton Development Dam #1?

Kinderton Development Dam #1 is owned by Burt Bahnson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kinderton Development Dam #1 built?

Kinderton Development Dam #1 was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Kinderton Development Dam #1?

Kinderton Development Dam #1 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Kinderton Development Dam #1 last inspected?

Kinderton Development Dam #1 was last inspected on November 24, 2020. 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.