Pomona Quarry Dam Lower Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Pomona Quarry Dam Lower in High Point, North Carolina is a state-regulated dam with a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment.


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Summary

The dam, located on Long Branch-Tr river, stands at a hydraulic height of 24.8 feet and a structural height of 28 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 69 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 78 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 7 acres and drains an area of 80 acres.

Owned by a non-listed entity and falling under the jurisdiction of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, Pomona Quarry Dam Lower serves a primary purpose that is classified as 'Other'. The dam, constructed with earth materials, has a length of 300 feet and does not have a spillway or outlet gates. With the last inspection conducted in March 2016, the dam is scheduled for inspections every 5 years to ensure its continued safe operation and to mitigate any potential risks associated with its presence in the area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Pomona Quarry Dam Lower presents an interesting case study in dam management and regulation within the state of North Carolina.

Dam Length

300

River Or Stream

Long Branch-Tr

Surface Area

7

Hydraulic Height

24.8

Drainage Area

80

Nid Storage

78

Structural Height

28

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

28
       
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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.