Weber Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Weber Pond Dam, also known as Montezuma Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Linville, North Carolina along the Linville River-Tr.


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Summary

Completed in 2007, this earth dam serves a primary purpose of recreation, offering a serene oasis for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. With a hydraulic height of 15.9 feet and a structural height of 21.8 feet, Weber Pond Dam provides a storage capacity of 30 acre-feet and a surface area of 3 acres.

Despite its tranquil setting, Weber Pond Dam is classified with a high hazard potential, but its condition assessment remains satisfactory as of the last inspection in June 2019. The dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, ensuring that it meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. With a proximity of just 2 miles from Linville, this dam offers not only recreational opportunities but also serves as an important structure for water management in the region.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in exploring the intersection of human infrastructure and natural ecosystems, Weber Pond Dam presents a fascinating case study. Its presence along the Linville River-Tr showcases the delicate balance between recreational use and environmental stewardship, highlighting the importance of proper dam maintenance and risk management in safeguarding our water resources. As stakeholders continue to monitor and maintain Weber Pond Dam, it stands as a symbol of responsible water management in North Carolina's picturesque landscape.

Year Completed

2007

Dam Length

325

River Or Stream

Linville River-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3

Hydraulic Height

15.9

Drainage Area

50

Nid Storage

30

Structural Height

21.8

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

22
       
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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.