Belews Creek Saddle Dike #2 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Belews Creek Saddle Dike #2 Dam, located in Mayodan, North Carolina, serves as a crucial part of the region's water resource infrastructure.


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Summary

Built in 1971, this Earth dam stands at a structural height of 83 feet, with a hydraulic height of 65 feet, offering essential protection to the surrounding area. The dam spans 1,926 feet in length and covers a surface area of 3,136.8 acres, playing a key role in managing the flow of the tributary to the Dan River.

Regulated by the North Carolina Dam Safety Program, Belews Creek Saddle Dike #2 Dam is subject to regular inspections to ensure its integrity and safety. Classified as having a high hazard potential, this dam is designed to withstand various hydrological challenges while fulfilling its primary purpose as an Earth dam. Despite not being rated for its current condition, the dam remains a critical component in the water management system of Stokes County.

With its intricate design and significant contribution to the region's water resource infrastructure, Belews Creek Saddle Dike #2 Dam stands as a testament to engineering excellence and environmental stewardship. As an essential part of the Huntington District, this dam showcases the importance of proactive maintenance and regulatory oversight in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against potential risks and ensuring sustainable water resource management for future generations.

Year Completed

1971

Dam Length

1926

River Or Stream

Tributary to Dan River

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3136.8

Hydraulic Height

65

Structural Height

83

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

83
       
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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.