Cy Purser Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Cy Purser Pond Dam in Liledoun, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 17 feet and a structural height of 21 feet, with a length of 465 feet. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 13.6 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 17 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 2 acres. The dam is situated on Beaver Branch-Tr, under the jurisdiction of the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program.
Despite being in fair condition, Cy Purser Pond Dam has a high hazard potential, requiring inspections every two years to ensure safety. The last inspection took place in December 2020, revealing fair conditions. While the dam has no associated locks or spillways, its location in Alexander County makes it a key recreational spot. However, the dam's hazard potential highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to prevent potential risks to the surrounding area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Cy Purser Pond Dam offers a fascinating study in the intersection of recreation and dam safety in North Carolina.
Dam Length |
465 |
River Or Stream |
Beaver Branch-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
17 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
21 |
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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.
Cy Purser Pond Dam