Boland Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Boland Pond Dam, located in Maggie Valley, North Carolina, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.


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Summary

With a hydraulic height of 19 feet and a structural height of 20 feet, this dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 1.3 acre-feet, providing a surface area of 0.2 acres for recreational activities. The dam is situated on the Fie Branch-Tr river/stream, under the jurisdiction of the state regulatory agency NCDEQ Dam Safety Program.

Despite its fair condition assessment as of February 2018, Boland Pond Dam is classified as having a high hazard potential, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure public safety. The dam has a designated inspection frequency of every 2 years, with the last inspection conducted in February 2018. The dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement to uphold safety standards and mitigate risks associated with its operation.

Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Boland Pond Dam an intriguing subject of study, given its role in providing recreational opportunities while also posing potential hazards due to its high hazard potential. Understanding the management and maintenance measures in place for this dam can offer insights into the complexities of balancing human recreation with environmental safety in the context of water resource management.

Dam Length

275

River Or Stream

Fie Branch-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

0.2

Hydraulic Height

19

Nid Storage

1.3

Structural Height

20

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

20
       
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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.