Collins Pond Dam, located in Wadesboro, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure primarily used for irrigation purposes.
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Constructed in 1978 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 23.7 feet and a structural height of 26 feet, with a length of 560 feet. The dam has a capacity of 125 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 103 acre-feet, serving a drainage area of 104 square miles.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Collins Pond Dam is subject to state regulation and inspection by the North Carolina Dam Safety Program. Its spillway is uncontrolled, and the outlet gates are also uncontrolled. The last inspection took place in February 2017, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. While the risk assessment is moderate, there is currently no Emergency Action Plan in place for the dam.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate Collins Pond Dam's role in supporting irrigation in the region, as well as the engineering and regulatory aspects that go into its maintenance and operation. With its strategic location in the S. Fork Jones Creek-Tr watershed, this dam serves as a significant water management infrastructure in Anson County, North Carolina.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
560 |
River Or Stream |
S. Fork Jones Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
23.7 |
Drainage Area |
104 |
Nid Storage |
125 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
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