Mcadenville Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Mcadenville Pond Dam is a private water supply structure located in Gaston, North Carolina, along the Catawba River.


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Summary

With a hydraulic height of 14 feet and a structural height of 14 feet, the concrete dam spans 400 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 26 acre-feet. The dam serves a primary purpose of water supply and is not regulated by the state, although it undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and integrity.

Although the condition of Mcadenville Pond Dam is listed as "Not Rated," its hazard potential is considered significant. The last inspection was conducted in November 2018, and while the dam has not been modified in recent years, emergency preparedness plans and risk management measures are not clearly documented. The dam does not have a designated Emergency Action Plan (EAP) or updated inundation maps, raising potential concerns about its ability to effectively respond to emergencies.

Despite its lack of state regulation and enforcement, Mcadenville Pond Dam plays a crucial role in providing water supply to the surrounding area. Its location along the Catawba River and significant hazard potential highlight the importance of continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of the structure and the community it serves.

Dam Length

400

River Or Stream

Catawba River

Primary Dam Type

Concrete

Surface Area

4.6

Hydraulic Height

14

Nid Storage

26

Structural Height

14

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

14
       
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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.