Clifton Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Clifton Pond Dam, located in Bunn, North Carolina, is a historic structure built in 1890 primarily for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
This masonry dam stands at a hydraulic height of 7 feet and a structural height of 10 feet, with a length of 180 feet. It holds a normal storage capacity of 92 acre-feet and is situated on Crooked Creek in Franklin County.
Despite being privately owned and not regulated by the state, Clifton Pond Dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition. The last inspection took place in 1995, and the dam has not been modified in recent years. While it is not currently subject to state permitting or enforcement, the dam is inspected periodically to ensure its safety and integrity.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Clifton Pond Dam intriguing for its historical significance, irrigation purpose, and recreational potential. As a part of the Wilmington District and overseen by a private owner, this dam represents a key piece of North Carolina's water infrastructure. Its low hazard potential and lack of recent modifications raise questions about its long-term maintenance and management in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1890 |
Dam Length |
180 |
River Or Stream |
Crooked Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Masonry |
Surface Area |
70 |
Hydraulic Height |
7 |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
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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.
Clifton Pond Dam