Draugh Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Draugh Dam, located in Farmer, North Carolina, is a privately owned Earth dam on Cedar Fork Creek.


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Summary

It serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a surface area of 2.5 acres and a maximum storage capacity of 42 acre-feet. The dam has a hydraulic height of 28 feet and a structural height of 30.2 feet, with a hazard potential rated as low and a satisfactory condition assessment as of December 2015.

Although not regulated by the state, Draugh Dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in December 2015. The dam does not have any associated structures or locks and has not been modified in recent years. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities for the local community and visitors, contributing to the conservation of water resources in the area.

With its picturesque location and vital role in providing recreational opportunities, Draugh Dam stands as a notable landmark in Randolph County, North Carolina. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find this dam an intriguing site to explore, with its unique design and important function in supporting the surrounding ecosystem. Its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition make it a safe and enjoyable destination for outdoor activities and wildlife observation.

Dam Length

250

River Or Stream

Cedar Fork Ck-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2.5

Hydraulic Height

28

Drainage Area

25

Nid Storage

42

Structural Height

30.2

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

30
       
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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.