Little's Trout Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Little's Trout Pond Dam, located in Little River, North Carolina, is a privately owned Earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Constructed in 1973, this dam stands at a hydraulic height of 13 feet and a structural height of 26 feet, creating a storage capacity of 4 acre-feet for the surrounding area. The dam spans 80 feet in length and covers a surface area of 1.2 acres, serving as a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts seeking water-based activities in the region.

Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, Little's Trout Pond Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment as of the last inspection in December 2016. The dam overlooks the White Creek-Tr river system and is located within the Wilmington District. With a drainage area of 436 acres and a maximum discharge of 200 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and environmental conservation efforts in the area. As climate change continues to impact water resources, monitoring and maintaining the safety of dams like Little's Trout Pond Dam will be essential for safeguarding communities and ecosystems in the region.

Year Completed

1973

Dam Length

80

River Or Stream

White Creek-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1.2

Hydraulic Height

13

Drainage Area

436

Nid Storage

4

Structural Height

26

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

26
       
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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.