Stone Mountain School Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Stone Mountain School Pond Dam, also known as Camp Elliot Pond Dam, is a privately owned recreational dam located in Rock Springs, North Carolina.


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Summary

The dam, constructed of earth, stands at a structural height of 36 feet and boasts a hydraulic height of 30.3 feet. With a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet, the dam primarily serves recreational purposes, providing a serene pond and surrounding area for visitors to enjoy.

Although the dam is not state regulated, it undergoes regular inspections, with the last inspection conducted in January 2008. Classified as having a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," the dam has not been modified in recent years. Despite its unregulated status, the dam provides a safe and enjoyable environment for recreational activities such as fishing, picnicking, and bird watching along Taylor Creek.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate Stone Mountain School Pond Dam for its role in providing a peaceful recreational space within the Buncombe County area. With its modest dimensions and low hazard potential, the dam stands as a testament to responsible private ownership and the preservation of natural landscapes for the enjoyment of visitors.

Dam Length

113

River Or Stream

Taylor Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Hydraulic Height

30.3

Nid Storage

70

Structural Height

36

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

36
       
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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.