Grigg Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Grigg Dam, located in Cleveland, North Carolina, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.


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Summary

This private dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, ensuring that it meets state inspection and enforcement standards. With a structural height of 37.1 feet and a storage capacity of 61 acre-feet, Grigg Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.

Despite its low hazard potential, Grigg Dam is assessed to be in fair condition as of the last inspection in October 2020. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently not specified, highlighting areas for potential improvement and future attention. The dam's location on Hickory Creek - TR within the Nashville District underscores its significance in the local water infrastructure, making it a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in sustainable management practices.

As a key feature in the water management system of Cleveland, North Carolina, Grigg Dam represents a vital component of the region's water infrastructure. With its primary purpose of fire protection and stock maintenance, this earth dam serves as a valuable resource for the community. Monitoring the condition and compliance of Grigg Dam with state regulations will be essential for ensuring its continued functionality and safety for both water resources and climate enthusiasts invested in sustainable water management practices.

River Or Stream

Hickory Creek - TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.1

Nid Storage

61

Structural Height

37.1

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

37
       
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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.