Little'S Trout Pond Dam

White Creek· Alexander, North Carolina· Built 1973· Earth·
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Little'S Trout Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length80 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage4 acre-ft
Normal Storage4 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area436 sq mi
Max Discharge200 cfs
Year Completed1973 (53 years old)
NID IDNC01786

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 17, 2021
State Regulated: No

Ownership

L J Huffman Properties Lmtd Partnership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Little'S Trout Pond Dam?

Little'S Trout Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Little'S Trout Pond Dam?

Little'S Trout Pond Dam is owned by L J Huffman Properties Lmtd Partnership (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Little'S Trout Pond Dam built?

Little'S Trout Pond Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Little'S Trout Pond Dam?

Little'S Trout 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 Little'S Trout Pond Dam last inspected?

Little'S Trout Pond Dam was last inspected on November 17, 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.