Carolina Stalite Company Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: George Sells Dam Ritchie Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Carolina Stalite Company Dam, located in Rowan, North Carolina, is a private-owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS for water supply purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a hydraulic height of 14.5 feet and a structural height of 17.5 feet, holds a maximum storage capacity of 121 acre-feet from Long Creek-Tr. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and it has a low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3.
Despite not being state-regulated or permitted, Carolina Stalite Company Dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last assessment conducted in September 2017. The condition of the dam is currently not rated, and it does not have an emergency action plan (EAP) in place. With its stone core and soil foundation, the dam serves as a crucial water resource infrastructure in the region, contributing to water supply and management in the area. Overall, Carolina Stalite Company Dam plays a vital role in maintaining water resources and mitigating risks associated with its operations.
River Or Stream |
Long Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
14.5 |
Nid Storage |
121 |
Structural Height |
17.5 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Carolina Stalite Company Dam