Hedrick Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hedrick Lake Dam, located in Pope Air Force Base, North Carolina, was completed in 1954 and serves as a crucial structure for the conservation of fish and wildlife in the area.


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Summary

With a primary purpose of creating a Fish and Wildlife Pond, the dam stands at a structural height of 15 feet and has a hydraulic height of 13 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 126 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 21 acres, making it a significant contributor to the local ecosystem.

Despite being privately owned, the Hedrick Lake Dam is subject to regular state inspections to ensure its structural integrity and overall safety. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as being in fair condition, as assessed during the last inspection in July 2013. With a maximum discharge capacity of 167 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a vital role in managing water flow in the James Creek-Os watershed, highlighting its importance in both flood control and wildlife habitat preservation efforts.

Overall, Hedrick Lake Dam stands as a testament to the harmony between human development and environmental preservation, showcasing how infrastructure like dams can serve multiple purposes beyond just water storage. As a key component of the local ecosystem, this dam continues to play a crucial role in supporting the region's biodiversity and natural resources, making it a valuable asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.

Year Completed

1954

Dam Length

300

River Or Stream

James Ck-Os

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

21

Hydraulic Height

13

Nid Storage

126

Structural Height

15

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

15
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.