Little Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Gaddy Lake Dam Collins Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Little Lake Dam, located in Wadesboro, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Standing at a hydraulic height of 16 feet and a structural height of 18 feet, this dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 70 acre-feet and serves an area with a drainage area of 160 square miles. The dam, situated on the North Fork Jones Creek, has a spillway type not specified, but boasts a maximum discharge capacity of 230 cubic feet per second.
With a high hazard potential and a fair condition assessment as of February 2021, Little Lake Dam is regularly inspected by the North Carolina Dam Safety Program. The dam has a history of being in compliance with state regulations and permitting requirements, ensuring the safety of its surrounding community. Despite its critical role in providing recreational opportunities and regulating water flow, the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place as of the latest data. As an important structure in the region, ongoing risk management measures and updates are necessary to maintain the dam's safety and functionality.
Dam Length |
510 |
River Or Stream |
North Fork Jones Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
160 |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pee Dee R Nr Rockingham
|
1830cfs |
Rocky River Near Norwood
|
305cfs |
Rocky River Nr Stanfield
|
173cfs |
Black Creek Near Mcbee
|
108cfs |
Goose Cr At Fairview
|
14cfs |
Pee Dee River Nr Bennettsville
|
2460cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Little Lake Dam