Plantation Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Plantation Lake Dam, located in Davie County, North Carolina, was completed in 1951 with a primary purpose of providing recreational opportunities to the local community.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 16 feet and a structural height of 20 feet, stretching 318 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet and a surface area of 6.4 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in regulating the flow of the Yadkin River-Tr.

Despite being privately owned, Plantation Lake Dam is subject to state inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment that is currently not rated, the dam is deemed to be in satisfactory condition based on the last inspection conducted in February 2016. While there have been no reported modifications or emergency action plans prepared for the dam, its presence serves as a vital component for water resource management and climate resilience in the region.

As enthusiasts of water resources and climate sustainability, understanding the significance of infrastructure like Plantation Lake Dam highlights the balance between human recreational needs and environmental stewardship. With its ability to store water and regulate flow, this dam not only provides recreational benefits but also contributes to the overall ecological health of the surrounding area. Monitoring its condition and implementing risk management measures will be crucial in ensuring the long-term viability of this essential water resource structure.

Year Completed

1951

Dam Length

318

River Or Stream

Yadkin River-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6.4

Hydraulic Height

16

Drainage Area

282

Nid Storage

51

Structural Height

20

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

20
       
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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.