Everett Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Pusser Pond Dam Wallace Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Everett Lake Dam, located in Everetts Mill, North Carolina, is a private-owned structure built in 1800 primarily for recreation purposes.
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Summary
The dam, standing at a structural height of 20 feet and a hydraulic height of 14 feet, plays a crucial role in managing Marks Creek's water levels and providing a surface area of 125 acres for recreational activities. With a storage capacity of 705 acre-feet and a drainage area of 28,224 acres, the dam offers a serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and enjoy.
Despite its age, Everett Lake Dam has been inspected for safety, with the last assessment conducted in January 2009, rating its condition as "Not Rated." The dam's hazard potential is considered significant, underscoring the need for regular monitoring and maintenance to ensure its integrity and prevent any potential risks. Additionally, the dam does not fall under state regulation, emphasizing the importance of private ownership in overseeing its operations and safety protocols. As a key feature in the region's water resource management, Everett Lake Dam continues to serve as a recreational hub while necessitating ongoing attention to safeguard its functionality and surrounding environment for future generations of enthusiasts to cherish.
Year Completed |
1800 |
Dam Length |
453 |
River Or Stream |
Marks Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
125 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Drainage Area |
28224 |
Nid Storage |
705 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pee Dee R Nr Rockingham
|
1830cfs |
Pee Dee River Nr Bennettsville
|
2460cfs |
Black Creek Near Mcbee
|
108cfs |
Rocky River Near Norwood
|
305cfs |
Drowning Creek Near Hoffman
|
181cfs |
Big Shoe Heel Creek Nr Laurinburg
|
82cfs |
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.
Everett Lake Dam