Hill Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Hill Lake Dam in Statesville, North Carolina, is a private earth dam situated on Third Creek-Tr, serving primarily for fire protection and as a small fish pond.
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Summary
The dam has a hydraulic height of 14 feet and a structural height of 16 feet, with a length of 225 feet. It has a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a low hazard potential, making it a crucial resource for the local community.
Although the dam is not state-regulated, it is subject to regular inspections, with the last assessment conducted in July 2015. The condition of the dam is currently not rated, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance. Despite its low hazard potential, ensuring the safety and integrity of Hill Lake Dam is essential for mitigating any potential risks and protecting the surrounding area from flooding.
Hill Lake Dam's location in Iredell County, North Carolina, underlines its significance in providing fire protection and supporting local fishing activities. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to recognize the importance of maintaining and safeguarding such dams to ensure their continued functionality and safety for the community.
Dam Length |
225 |
River Or Stream |
Third Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Hill Lake Dam