Mangum Pond Dam

Knap of Reeds Creek· Person, North Carolina· Earth·

Key Takeaway

Mangum Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNC04965

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: March 2, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Catherine M Phelps

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mangum Pond Dam?

Mangum 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 Mangum Pond Dam?

Mangum Pond Dam is owned by Catherine M Phelps (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mangum Pond Dam?

Mangum Pond Dam 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 Mangum Pond Dam last inspected?

Mangum Pond Dam was last inspected on March 2, 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.