Third Creek Dam #37 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Stamey Farms Pond Dam West Realty Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Third Creek Dam #37, located in Statesville, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1966 by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
The dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Third Creek, with a hydraulic height of 12 feet and a structural height of 37 feet. It has a maximum storage capacity of 2,513 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 225 acres, with a drainage area of 8,640 square miles.
Although Third Creek Dam #37 has a low hazard potential, its risk assessment is moderate. The dam is state-regulated by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program, with regular inspections conducted every 5 years. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) was last revised in 2009, and it is currently not rated in terms of condition assessment. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area.
Overall, Third Creek Dam #37 stands as a key infrastructure for flood risk reduction in Iredell County. With its modest size and moderate risk assessment, the dam serves as a vital component in the local water resource management system. As climate change and extreme weather events continue to pose challenges, the maintenance and management of dams like Third Creek Dam #37 will be essential in ensuring the safety and resilience of the surrounding communities.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
430 |
River Or Stream |
Third Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
225 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
8640 |
Nid Storage |
2513 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
37 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Third Creek Dam #37