Mccollum Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

McCollum Dam, also known as Lawrence McCollum Dam, is a private dam located in Eden, North Carolina.


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Summary

Built in 1980 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 25 feet high and stretches 346 feet in length. Its primary purpose is irrigation, but it also serves for fish and wildlife pond, as well as recreation.

Situated on Tr- Jacobs Creek within Rockingham County, McCollum Dam has a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet with a normal storage of 32 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, this uncontrolled spillway dam plays a vital role in water resource management in the area. Despite its condition assessment not being available, its location and purpose make it a significant structure for both water supply and environmental conservation.

While lacking certain regulatory information, McCollum Dam's historical significance and impact on the local ecosystem make it an essential part of the water infrastructure in North Carolina. As a key component in the irrigation system and recreational activities, this dam showcases the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of climate change challenges.

Year Completed

1980

Dam Length

346

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

Tr- Jacobs Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Drainage Area

0.25

Nid Storage

55

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

25
       
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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.