Ellis Crossroads Raw Water Reservoir Dam #2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Ellis Crossroads Raw Water Reservoir Dam #2 is a crucial infrastructure in Rowan, North Carolina, designed for water supply purposes.


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Summary

This dam, with a hydraulic height of 25 feet and a structural height of 30 feet, plays a vital role in providing a storage capacity of 39.6 acre-feet for the Deals Creek-OS watershed. Despite its fair condition assessment, the dam has a high hazard potential, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its reliability and safety.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the NC Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, Ellis Crossroads Raw Water Reservoir Dam #2 is subject to state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam has been designed as an earth-type structure, with a length of 1300 feet and a surface area of 3.3 acres. It stands as a critical component in the region's water resource management, serving as a key infrastructure for ensuring water supply reliability for the surrounding community.

Located at coordinates 35.72639 latitude and -80.46806 longitude, Ellis Crossroads Raw Water Reservoir Dam #2 is positioned within the Wilmington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. With a history of regular inspections and a designated emergency action plan, this dam exemplifies the dedication to maintaining the safety and functionality of water resource infrastructure in North Carolina. As a key player in the state's water supply network, this dam serves as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.

Dam Length

1300

River Or Stream

Deals Creek-OS

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3.3

Hydraulic Height

25

Nid Storage

39.6

Structural Height

30

Hazard Potential

High

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.