Upper Toms Creek Nursery Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Randolph County, North Carolina, the Upper Toms Creek Nursery Dam serves as a vital water resource for irrigation purposes in the area.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a structural height of 19.1 feet and has a hydraulic height of 16.6 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 19 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 23 square miles and a surface area of 1.7 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow in the Toms Ck-Tr river system.
Owned privately, the dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, ensuring that it meets all necessary inspection and enforcement requirements for safe operation. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam is currently assessed to be in fair condition as of the last inspection in April 2020. The surrounding community in Farmer relies on the effective management of the dam to support their irrigation needs and mitigate the risk of potential hazards.
With a history of serving the local area for water management, the Upper Toms Creek Nursery Dam continues to play a pivotal role in the agricultural landscape of Randolph County. As water resource and climate enthusiasts track its condition and regulatory oversight, the dam stands as a testament to the importance of maintaining infrastructure for sustainable irrigation practices. As efforts to ensure safety and efficiency persist, the dam remains a cornerstone for water management in the region, reflecting the intersection of human ingenuity and environmental stewardship.
Dam Length |
298 |
River Or Stream |
Toms Ck-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
16.6 |
Drainage Area |
23 |
Nid Storage |
19 |
Structural Height |
19.1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
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.
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