Hinson Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hinson Pond Dam, located in Stanly, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure designed for fire protection, as well as serving as a stock or small fish pond.


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Summary

The dam is classified as an Earth type, with a hydraulic height of 17 feet and a structural height of 18 feet. It has a storage capacity of 35 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 5 acres. The dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.

Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, Hinson Pond Dam is currently assessed as being in fair condition as of the last inspection in January 2020. The dam has an inspection frequency of 2 years to monitor its structural integrity and safety. While there are no associated structures or locks, the dam plays a crucial role in fire protection and water resource management in the area. With its strategic location on the Stony Run-Os river/stream and the potential risk it poses, ongoing risk management measures and emergency preparedness are essential for the continued safety of the surrounding community and environment.

Overall, Hinson Pond Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management and fire protection in North Carolina. With its private ownership and state regulation, the dam plays a significant role in maintaining water storage and supporting local ecosystems. As climate change continues to impact water resources, ensuring the safety and integrity of dams like Hinson Pond Dam will be crucial in mitigating risks and adapting to changing environmental conditions.

River Or Stream

Stony Run-Os

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Hydraulic Height

17

Nid Storage

35

Structural Height

18

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

18
       
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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.