Anderson Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Anderson Lake Dam in Macon, North Carolina, is a private-owned structure primarily designed for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Situated in Highlands Country Club, the dam overlooks Monger Creek and serves as a popular spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With a hydraulic height of 20.5 feet and a structural height of 22 feet, the dam offers a tranquil setting for recreational activities, covering a surface area of 1.2 acres.

Although the dam's hazard potential is deemed significant, its condition assessment remains unrated as of the last inspection in February 2007. With a storage capacity of 8 acre-feet, Anderson Lake Dam provides a picturesque backdrop for outdoor adventures while also posing potential risks that need to be managed and monitored. As a vital component of the Savannah District, the dam's maintenance and inspection are crucial for ensuring its long-term safety and functionality, especially in the face of changing climate patterns and water resource dynamics.

Despite its private ownership and lack of state regulation, Anderson Lake Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and recreational development in North Carolina. As climate enthusiasts continue to appreciate the beauty and functionality of this earth-type dam, efforts to assess and mitigate potential risks will be essential for its sustainability and continued enjoyment by all who visit the area.

Dam Length

235

River Or Stream

Monger Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1.2

Hydraulic Height

20.5

Nid Storage

8

Structural Height

22

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

22
       
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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.