Hedrick Sand & Gravel Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hedrick Sand & Gravel Lake Dam, located in North Carolina, serves as a crucial water supply source in the region.


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Summary

Built in 1924, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 25 feet and has a hydraulic height of 18 feet. With a storage capacity of 224 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 187 acre-feet, the dam plays a vital role in meeting the water needs of the area.

Situated on McCoy Creek in Anson County, North Carolina, the dam covers a surface area of 20 acres and has a drainage area of 1101 acres. Despite its age, the dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and fair condition as of the last inspection in 2017. With a maximum discharge rate of 99 cubic feet per second, the dam continues to provide a reliable water supply while maintaining safety standards.

Although not regulated by the state, the Hedrick Sand & Gravel Lake Dam is regularly inspected to ensure its structural integrity and operational efficiency. With its historical significance and continued contribution to water resource management in the region, this dam serves as a testament to the importance of maintaining and monitoring critical infrastructure for water supply and climate resilience.

Year Completed

1924

Dam Length

615

River Or Stream

Mccoy Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

20

Hydraulic Height

18

Drainage Area

1101

Nid Storage

224

Structural Height

25

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

25
       
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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.