Curtis Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Curtis Pond Dam, located in Mooresville, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

The dam, constructed of Earth type material, stands at a structural height of 21.2 feet and spans 226 feet in length. It impounds Dye Creek-Tributary, creating a surface area of 2.09 acres and a storage capacity of 17.7 acre-feet.

Despite its fair condition assessment, Curtis Pond Dam is categorized as having a high hazard potential, signaling the need for regular inspections and maintenance. The dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, with inspections conducted every two years to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations. The last inspection date was recorded on January 28, 2020, and the dam has a designated emergency action plan (EAP) in place.

Enthusiasts of water resources and climate in the area may find Curtis Pond Dam a significant structure to monitor, given its recreational importance and the potential risks associated with its high hazard classification. With proper oversight and maintenance, this dam continues to provide valuable benefits for the community while highlighting the importance of responsible dam ownership and management in safeguarding water resources for both present and future generations.

Dam Length

226

River Or Stream

Dye Creek-Trib.

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2.09

Drainage Area

46.92

Nid Storage

17.7

Structural Height

21.2

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

21
       
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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.