Mcgavock Pond Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Mcgavock Pond in North Carolina is a privately owned water resource managed by the state.
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Summary
Situated in Person County, this pond is part of the Mayo Creek-Tr watershed and serves primarily for recreational purposes. With a hydraulic height of 16.5 feet and a structural height of 20.6 feet, this Earth-type dam has a storage capacity of 66 acre-feet and covers an area of 8 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment has been rated as poor, highlighting the need for maintenance and improvement.
Although the dam's inspection frequency is every 5 years, the last assessment in March 2021 revealed its deteriorating condition. The lack of an Emergency Action Plan and outdated risk assessment measures suggest a need for proactive management to ensure the safety and longevity of Mcgavock Pond. With the potential risks associated with poor dam conditions, stakeholders and regulators must prioritize necessary upgrades and maintenance to mitigate any potential hazards that could arise in the future. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Mcgavock Pond presents an opportunity to advocate for sustainable management practices to protect this vital water source for generations to come.
Dam Length |
250 |
River Or Stream |
Mayo Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
16.5 |
Nid Storage |
66 |
Structural Height |
20.6 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
21 |
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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.
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