Kaylor Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Kaylor Pond Dam, located in Lincoln, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam, with a hydraulic height of 10.6 feet and a structural height of 10.6 feet, creates a pond with a storage capacity of 4 acre-feet and a surface area of 1.3 acres. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam is currently in fair condition as of the last inspection in December 2019.
Managed by the North Carolina Dam Safety Program, Kaylor Pond Dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam is situated on Lackard Creek, a tributary, and falls under the jurisdiction of the NC Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program. With its close proximity to surrounding communities, ensuring the safety and integrity of Kaylor Pond Dam remains a top priority for all stakeholders involved.
As a key recreational feature in the area, Kaylor Pond Dam provides opportunities for outdoor activities and serves as a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. With its picturesque setting and importance in water resource management, the dam stands as a notable landmark that warrants continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of all who enjoy its benefits.
Dam Length |
234 |
River Or Stream |
Lackard Creek - Trib. |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
10.6 |
Drainage Area |
25 |
Nid Storage |
4 |
Structural Height |
10.6 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
11 |
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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.
Kaylor Pond Dam