Shaver Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Shaver Dam, located in Iredell, North Carolina, is a private-owned structure built in 1960 primarily for recreation purposes.
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Summary
It stands as an earth-type dam with a hydraulic height of 17 feet and a structural height of 19 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 23 acre-feet. The dam spans 375 feet in length and is situated on the Third Creek-Tr river, within the Wilmington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Although not state-regulated, Shaver Dam holds a significant hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition as of the last inspection in November 2018. While the dam has not been modified over the years and lacks emergency action preparedness measures, its operation includes periodic inspections. With its strategic location and contribution to the local hydrological system, Shaver Dam serves as a key feature for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the intersection of infrastructure, recreation, and environmental management in North Carolina.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
375 |
River Or Stream |
Third Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Drainage Area |
130 |
Nid Storage |
23 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
19 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Shaver Dam