X Way Millpond Dam

Gum Swamp Creek· Scotland, North Carolina· Built 1949· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

X Way Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,120 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.4K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.2K acre-ft
Surface Area300 acres
Drainage Area69,760 sq mi
Max Discharge231 cfs
Year Completed1949 (77 years old)
NID IDNC01091

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: December 14, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Aubrey McCormick

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of X Way Millpond Dam?

X Way Millpond 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 X Way Millpond Dam?

X Way Millpond Dam is owned by Aubrey McCormick (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was X Way Millpond Dam built?

X Way Millpond Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 X Way Millpond Dam?

X Way Millpond 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 X Way Millpond Dam last inspected?

X Way Millpond Dam was last inspected on December 14, 2022. 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.