Reinhardt Pond Dam, located in Catawba, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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With a hydraulic height of 13.5 feet and a structural height of 17 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 20 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 3 acres. The Catawba River-Tr flows nearby, providing a vital water source for the dam's functions.
Although not regulated by the state, Reinhardt Pond Dam is inspected regularly, with its last assessment conducted in November 2020, determining its condition to be fair. The dam has a significant hazard potential, signaling the importance of proper maintenance and emergency preparedness. Despite the lack of state jurisdiction, the dam's critical role in fire protection and water storage underscores its significance in the local ecosystem and community resilience efforts. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Reinhardt Pond Dam to be an intriguing case study in private dam ownership and management practices.
River Or Stream |
Catawba River-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
13.5 |
Nid Storage |
20 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
17 |
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