Billy Alverson Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Billy Alverson Dam, located in Eden, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure designed by USDA NRCS for recreational purposes, specifically Fish and Wildlife Pond and Recreation.


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Completed in 1983, the earthen dam stands at 30 feet tall and spans 401 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 29 acre-feet. The dam overlooks Tr- Hogans Creek and is managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.

Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, the condition assessment for Billy Alverson Dam is currently marked as "Not Available." The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a drainage area of 0.05 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 206 cubic feet per second. While the structure has not been modified in recent years and lacks inspection data, its risk management measures and emergency action plan status are also not reported.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find the data on Billy Alverson Dam intriguing, as it offers a glimpse into the engineering and management of a recreational water structure in North Carolina. With its scenic location and focus on fish and wildlife conservation, the dam serves as an important resource for both the local community and the surrounding environment. Further monitoring and assessment of its condition and risk factors could provide valuable insights for future conservation efforts and dam safety protocols.

Year Completed

1983

Dam Length

401

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

Tr- Hogans Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Drainage Area

0.05

Nid Storage

29

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

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.