Buck Basin #2 To Basin #3 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Buck Basin #2 To Basin #3 Dam, located in High Rock, North Carolina, is a crucial structure designed for tailings management on the Yadkin River.


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Summary

Built in 1979, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 20 feet with a hydraulic height of 8.4 feet, providing a storage capacity of 397 acre-feet. The dam serves the primary purpose of tailings management and is regulated by the North Carolina Dam Safety Program to ensure its safety and effectiveness.

With a drainage area of 154 square miles and a surface area of 13.8 acres, Buck Basin #2 To Basin #3 Dam plays a vital role in water resource management in Rowan County. The dam has a high hazard potential and undergoes regular inspections to assess its condition, with the latest inspection in October 2020 yielding a satisfactory rating. Its emergency action plan is maintained, and the dam is equipped to handle potential risks and emergencies effectively.

As one of the key structures in the region, Buck Basin #2 To Basin #3 Dam contributes significantly to water management efforts along the Yadkin River. With its sound design, satisfactory condition assessment, and adherence to regulatory guidelines, this dam is a critical component in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water resources in North Carolina.

Year Completed

1979

Dam Length

130

River Or Stream

Yadkin River

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

13.8

Hydraulic Height

8.4

Drainage Area

154

Nid Storage

397

Structural Height

20

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

20
       
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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.