Baker Quarry Fresh Water Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Located in Union, North Carolina, the Baker Quarry Fresh Water Pond Dam is a privately owned structure designed for debris control along the Stewarts Creek-Tr river.


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Summary

This Earth-type dam stands at a hydraulic height of 11.6 feet and a structural height of 14.6 feet, with a length of 480 feet and a storage capacity of 13.5 acre-feet. Despite having a high hazard potential, the dam is currently in fair condition, as assessed during the last inspection in February 2020.

Managed by the North Carolina Dam Safety Program, the Baker Quarry Fresh Water Pond Dam is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance. With its primary purpose being debris control, the dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in the region. Although there have been no reported modifications or risk assessments in recent years, the emergency action plan for the dam was last revised in January 2010.

Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find the Baker Quarry Fresh Water Pond Dam an interesting site to study, given its unique design and purpose. As a key component in the local water management system, the dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential hazards while also providing valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities of managing water resources in a changing climate.

Dam Length

480

River Or Stream

Stewarts Creek-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2.32

Hydraulic Height

11.6

Nid Storage

13.5

Structural Height

14.6

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

15
       
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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.