Boy Scout Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Boy Scout Lake Dam, located in Yarbro, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Completed in 1968, this Earth-type dam stands at a structural height of 30 feet and has a hydraulic height of 22 feet. With a storage capacity of 278 acre-feet and a surface area of 23.2 acres, the dam helps in regulating the flow of County Line Creek-Os and covers a drainage area of 902 square miles.

The dam has a low hazard potential and was last inspected in November 2014, with a satisfactory condition assessment. It is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Dam Safety Program, with state permits, inspections, and enforcement in place. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment information are currently not available, but its overall risk management measures are in compliance with guidelines.

Boy Scout Lake Dam provides a safe and enjoyable recreational environment for visitors, while also serving an important role in water resource management in the region. With its serene location and well-maintained structure, the dam stands as a testament to effective dam safety practices and the importance of sustainable water resource management in North Carolina.

Year Completed

1968

Dam Length

230

River Or Stream

County Line Creek-Os

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

23.2

Hydraulic Height

22

Drainage Area

902

Nid Storage

278

Structural Height

30

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

30
       
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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.