Three Rivers Farm Pond Dam

Buckhorn Creek· Hertford, North Carolina· Built 1988· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Three Rivers Farm Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length35 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage101 acre-ft
Normal Storage67 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area195 sq mi
Year Completed1988 (38 years old)
NID IDNC05298

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 30, 2008
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Charlie Deloatch

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Three Rivers Farm Pond Dam?

Three Rivers Farm 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 Three Rivers Farm Pond Dam?

Three Rivers Farm Pond Dam is owned by Charlie Deloatch (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Three Rivers Farm Pond Dam built?

Three Rivers Farm Pond Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Three Rivers Farm Pond Dam?

Three Rivers Farm Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Three Rivers Farm Pond Dam last inspected?

Three Rivers Farm Pond Dam was last inspected on January 30, 2008. 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.