Gladden Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Lincoln, North Carolina, Gladden Pond Dam is a privately owned structure that serves a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This earth-type dam stands at a hydraulic height of 23 feet and a structural height of 26 feet, with a length of 570 feet. The dam holds a storage capacity of 87 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 1 acre. It is situated on Lackard Creek-Tr, within the Wilmington District of North Carolina.
With a high hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Gladden Pond Dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program. The dam is subject to state inspection and enforcement, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations. The last inspection was conducted in December 2020, with a frequency of every 2 years to monitor any changes in condition.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Gladden Pond Dam an intriguing structure to study, given its recreational purpose and the important role it plays in managing water resources in the area. Its location, design, and regulatory oversight provide valuable insights into the intersection of human activity and environmental stewardship in the context of dam infrastructure.
Dam Length |
570 |
River Or Stream |
Lackard Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
51 |
Nid Storage |
87 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
26 |
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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.
Gladden Pond Dam