Spring Lake Garden Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Spring Lake Garden Dam, located in Stanly, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure that plays a crucial role in irrigation.


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Summary

Standing at a hydraulic height of 16.8 feet and a structural height of 17.5 feet, this earth dam is designed to store water from Town Creek - Tributary for agricultural purposes. With a storage capacity of 13 acre-feet and a surface area of 1.8 acres, the dam serves as a vital resource for the surrounding area.

Although the dam is categorized as having a high hazard potential, it is currently in fair condition according to the latest assessment conducted in December 2020. The dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, ensuring that it meets state standards for safety and maintenance. Regular inspections are carried out to monitor the structure's integrity and address any issues that may arise, with the next inspection scheduled in 2022.

As a significant feature in the local water resource management system, the Spring Lake Garden Dam underscores the importance of sustainable infrastructure for meeting agricultural water needs. With its strategic location and purposeful design, the dam serves as a key asset in ensuring water availability for irrigation while upholding safety standards to mitigate potential risks. This dam stands as a testament to the crucial role that proper dam management plays in supporting both agricultural activities and environmental conservation efforts in the region.

Dam Length

573

River Or Stream

Town Creek - Trib.

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1.8

Hydraulic Height

16.8

Drainage Area

97

Nid Storage

13

Structural Height

17.5

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

18
       
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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.