Pine Knoll Fish Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Pine Knoll Fish Pond Dam, located in Cliffside, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure regulated by the NC Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program.
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Summary
This earth dam, standing at a hydraulic height of 21.2 feet and a structural height of 26 feet, serves the primary purpose of recreation. With a storage capacity of 32 acre-feet and a surface area of 2.5 acres, the dam poses a high hazard potential and has been rated as in poor condition during the last inspection in January 2021.
The dam, constructed on Jarretts Creek, is under state jurisdiction and is subject to regular inspections and enforcement measures by the regulatory agency. Despite lacking detailed information on its completion year and specific design features, Pine Knoll Fish Pond Dam is associated with no other structures and has no outlet gates or locks. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment details are currently unavailable, highlighting the importance of monitoring and maintaining this critical water resource in Rutherford County.
As a point of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts, Pine Knoll Fish Pond Dam represents a unique recreational asset in the region. Its presence on a tributary of the broader hydrological system underscores the interconnected nature of water management and the need for robust regulatory oversight to ensure public safety and environmental protection. Further research and monitoring efforts may shed light on the dam's historical development and future sustainability in the face of evolving climate challenges.
Dam Length |
225 |
River Or Stream |
Jarretts Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
21.2 |
Nid Storage |
32 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
26 |
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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.
Pine Knoll Fish Pond Dam