Boddies Millpond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Bass Lake Dam Webbs Millpond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Boddies Millpond Dam, located in Nashville, North Carolina, on Stoney Creek, is a concrete dam with a primary purpose that falls under the "Other" category.
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Summary
Built in 1933, the dam stands at a hydraulic height of 15 feet and a structural height of 15 feet, with a length of 150 feet and a storage capacity of 600 acre-feet. The dam's hazard potential is considered significant, but its condition was assessed as satisfactory during the last inspection in April 2014.
Despite being privately owned, the Boddies Millpond Dam is not regulated by the state and does not require a permit for its operations. With a maximum discharge capacity of 330 cubic feet per second, the dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in the Nash County area. Although it has not undergone any modifications in recent years, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain unknown.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Boddies Millpond Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure and management. With its historical significance, storage capacity, and hazard potential, the dam serves as a focal point for understanding the intersection of water resource management, infrastructure maintenance, and emergency preparedness in the region. As efforts to address climate change intensify, the importance of assessing and updating the safety and efficiency of structures like Boddies Millpond Dam becomes increasingly paramount for ensuring the resilience of water resources in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1933 |
Dam Length |
150 |
River Or Stream |
Stoney Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
100 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
600 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Boddies Millpond Dam