Ronald Morgan Farm Pond Dam

Big Branch· Anson, North Carolina· Built 1999· Earth·
Significant Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Ronald Morgan Farm Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length348 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage116 acre-ft
Normal Storage100 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)
NID IDNC05422

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: February 11, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

J Robinson Properties, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ronald Morgan Farm Pond Dam?

Ronald Morgan Farm 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 Ronald Morgan Farm Pond Dam?

Ronald Morgan Farm Pond Dam is owned by J Robinson Properties, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ronald Morgan Farm Pond Dam built?

Ronald Morgan Farm Pond Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Ronald Morgan Farm Pond Dam?

Ronald Morgan Farm Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Ronald Morgan Farm Pond Dam last inspected?

Ronald Morgan Farm Pond Dam was last inspected on February 11, 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.