Horton Lake Dam #1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Blalock Pond Dam Mangum Pond
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Red Mountain, North Carolina, Horton Lake Dam #1 is a privately owned earth dam that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1970, this structure stands at a height of 30 feet with a hydraulic height of 26 feet and a length of 700 feet. With a storage capacity of 58 acre-feet and a surface area of 7 acres, the dam is situated on the Deep River-Tr and is regulated by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program. Despite its low hazard potential, Horton Lake Dam #1 is regularly inspected, with the most recent assessment in March 2021 revealing a fair condition.
Ensuring the safety and functionality of this dam is a top priority, with the state regulatory agencies overseeing permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes. While the dam's associated structures and outlet gates remain unspecified, its emergency action plan status and risk assessment details are currently not available. As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to monitor the condition and management measures of Horton Lake Dam #1, it serves as a vital component in the local recreational landscape, providing a peaceful retreat for residents and visitors alike.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
700 |
River Or Stream |
Deep River-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
58 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Horton Lake Dam #1