Cabarrus Woods Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Cabarrus Woods Dam, located in Cabarrus, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam, standing at a structural height of 13.5 feet, plays a significant role in managing the Reedy Creek-Tr river system. With a storage capacity of 19 acre-feet and a surface area of 3.5 acres, this dam offers recreational opportunities while also serving as a vital component of the local water resource infrastructure.
Despite being privately owned, Cabarrus Woods Dam is inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Classified as having a "Significant" hazard potential, this dam has not been rated for its condition assessment as of the last inspection in December 2018. The surrounding community and environmental stakeholders rely on the proper maintenance and operation of this dam to mitigate risks and ensure the sustainable management of water resources in the region.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, monitoring the condition and management of dams like Cabarrus Woods is crucial for understanding the impact of climate change on water systems. By staying informed about the infrastructure and regulatory aspects of dams, enthusiasts can contribute to the conversation on sustainable water resource management and climate adaptation efforts in their area.
River Or Stream |
Reedy Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.5 |
Nid Storage |
19 |
Structural Height |
13.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
14 |
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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.
Cabarrus Woods Dam