Anderson Farm Lagoon Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Anderson Farm Lagoon, located in Edgecombe, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam structure situated along the Maple Swamp river.
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Summary
With a hydraulic height of 22.5 feet and a structural height of 24.5 feet, this lagoon has a maximum storage capacity of 96 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4.6 acres. Despite not being state regulated, the dam is inspected periodically, with the last assessment conducted in February 2003, revealing a significant hazard potential but an undetermined condition assessment.
While the primary purpose of Anderson Farm Lagoon is listed as "Other," its design and construction details remain unspecified. The dam has not undergone any modifications since its completion, and there are no outlet gates or associated structures reported. Although the emergency action plan status and risk management measures are unknown, the dam's location and characteristics suggest a critical need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of downstream areas in the event of a breach or failure. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Anderson Farm Lagoon represents a unique case study in private dam ownership and the importance of proactive risk assessment and management in safeguarding against potential disasters.
River Or Stream |
Maple Swamp |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
22.5 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Structural Height |
24.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tar River At Tarboro
|
418cfs |
Fishing Creek Near Enfield
|
129cfs |
Tar River At Nc 97 At Rocky Mount
|
240cfs |
Little Fishing Creek Near White Oak
|
13cfs |
Swift Creek At Hilliardston
|
858cfs |
Roanoke River At Roanoke Rapids
|
2810cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Anderson Farm Lagoon