Hendrix Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hendrix Lake Dam, located in Antioch, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1966 for the primary purpose of irrigation.


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Summary

Situated on the Raft Swamp-Tr river, the dam has a hydraulic height of 11 feet and a structural height of 15 feet, with a length of 630 feet. It has a maximum storage capacity of 67 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 62 acre-feet, serving a drainage area of 800 acres.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected and deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of its last assessment in December 2012. With a surface area of 8 acres, the dam not only supports irrigation but also offers recreational opportunities for the local community. Although it is not regulated by the state, the dam is subject to periodic inspections to ensure its safety and functionality for water resource management in the area.

In the event of an emergency, it is important for the owners and stakeholders of Hendrix Lake Dam to have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place to guide response and mitigation efforts. While details about the EAP status and readiness are not provided in the data, the dam's operational history and low-risk profile make it a crucial asset for water resource management and climate resilience in the region.

Year Completed

1966

Dam Length

630

River Or Stream

Raft Swamp-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8

Hydraulic Height

11

Drainage Area

800

Nid Storage

67

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.