Propst Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Propst Pond Dam, located in Harrisburg, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure designed for fire protection and as a small fish pond.


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Summary

Situated along the Rocky River-Os, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 13 feet and a structural height of 16 feet, with a length of 500 feet. With a storage capacity of 19 acre-feet, the dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection and stock maintenance.

Despite being in fair condition as of the last assessment in February 2021, Propst Pond Dam poses a high hazard potential due to its location and design. Regular inspections are conducted every two years to ensure the dam's safety and integrity. The dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, with permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes in place to maintain compliance with state regulations.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Propst Pond Dam can appreciate its role in providing water storage for fire protection and recreational purposes in Cabarrus County. With its proximity to the Rocky River-Os and its storage capacity of 19 acre-feet, this earth dam serves as a vital resource for the local community while also posing potential risks that require careful monitoring and maintenance.

Dam Length

500

River Or Stream

Rocky River-Os

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3

Hydraulic Height

13

Drainage Area

8

Nid Storage

19

Structural Height

16

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

16
       
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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.