Dan River Service Water Settling Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
The Dan River Service Water Settling Pond Dam, located in Eden, North Carolina, is a crucial structure designed for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
Owned by a public utility, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 33 feet with a hydraulic height of 13.7 feet. With a storage capacity of 355 acre-feet and a surface area of 3.2 acres, this dam plays a vital role in managing water resources in the region.
Regulated by the NC Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, the Dan River Service Water Settling Pond Dam has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in fair condition as of June 2020. The dam is equipped with emergency action plans and undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its safety and functionality. The surrounding area, including Rockingham County, benefits from the dam's ability to provide fire protection and support local ecosystems through its stock and small fish pond functions.
Situated along the Dan River and within the Wilmington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, this dam serves as a critical infrastructure for water resource management in North Carolina. With its efficient design and operation, the Dan River Service Water Settling Pond Dam exemplifies the importance of proactive dam safety measures and responsible water resource utilization in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Length |
125 |
River Or Stream |
Dan River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
13.7 |
Nid Storage |
355 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
33 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Smith River At Eden
|
222cfs |
Dan River Near Wentworth
|
559cfs |
Smith River At Martinsville
|
149cfs |
Sandy River Near Danville
|
41cfs |
Mayo River Near Price
|
132cfs |
North Mayo River Near Spencer
|
61cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Dan River Service Water Settling Pond Dam