Brewer Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Brewer Dam, located in Iredell, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1986 by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
The primary purpose of Brewer Dam is for fire protection, stock, or a small fish pond, with additional recreational opportunities. This dam on the South Yadkin-Tr river has a hydraulic height of 24.7 feet and a structural height of 28.8 feet, serving as a crucial water resource in the region.
With a storage capacity of 40 acre-feet and a drainage area of 63 square miles, Brewer Dam plays a significant role in managing water flow and providing essential water resources for various uses. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. While not currently rated for its condition, Brewer Dam's last inspection in October 2018 confirmed its structural integrity, ensuring its continued operation for the community's benefit.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Brewer Dam represents a vital infrastructure contributing to water management and conservation efforts in North Carolina. As a privately owned structure under the watchful eye of the USDA NRCS, Brewer Dam's role in fire protection, stock maintenance, and recreational activities highlights the importance of sustainable water resource management in the region. Its strategic location on the South Yadkin-Tr river underscores its significance in ensuring water availability and resilience against potential hazards, making it a noteworthy site for those passionate about water resource sustainability and climate adaptation.
Year Completed |
1986 |
Dam Length |
288 |
River Or Stream |
South Yadkin-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
24.7 |
Drainage Area |
63 |
Nid Storage |
40 |
Structural Height |
28.8 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hunting Creek Near Harmony
|
93cfs |
South Yadkin River Near Mocksville
|
230cfs |
Second Creek Near Barber
|
41cfs |
Yadkin River At Yadkin College
|
1340cfs |
Lower Little River Nr All Healing Springs
|
18cfs |
Yadkin River At Elkin
|
706cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Brewer Dam