City Of Cherryville Water Supply Reservoir Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

The City of Cherryville Water Supply Reservoir is a vital water resource located in Lincoln, North Carolina.


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Summary

Managed by the local government, this offstream reservoir serves as a primary source of water for the city, with a normal storage capacity of 67 acre-feet and a surface area of 4.5 acres. The dam, primarily an earth structure, has a hydraulic height of 14.9 feet and a structural height of 17.9 feet, ensuring a steady and reliable water supply for the community.

Regulated by the North Carolina Dam Safety Program, the City of Cherryville Water Supply Reservoir is subject to regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam's condition is assessed as fair, with the last inspection conducted in December 2019. As a crucial component of the city's water infrastructure, this reservoir plays a critical role in providing water for various purposes, including drinking water supply for the residents of Cherryville.

With its strategic location and significant storage capacity, the City of Cherryville Water Supply Reservoir stands as a testament to effective water resource management in North Carolina. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, the importance of such reservoirs in ensuring a sustainable water supply for communities cannot be overstated. The dedication to regulatory compliance and regular maintenance highlights the commitment to safeguarding this essential water source for the City of Cherryville and its residents.

Dam Length

1726

River Or Stream

Offstream

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.5

Hydraulic Height

14.9

Nid Storage

67

Structural Height

17.9

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.