Horton (Bmp) Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Horton (Bmp) Dam is a crucial structure located in Concord, North Carolina, specifically situated on the Wolf Meadow Branch.


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Summary

This dam falls under the state jurisdiction and regulation of the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program, ensuring that it is inspected, permitted, and enforced regularly. With a high hazard potential, Horton (Bmp) Dam is not rated in terms of its condition assessment, but it is subject to biennial inspections to monitor its safety and integrity.

Although specific details about the design, height, volume, and storage capacity of Horton (Bmp) Dam are not provided, its primary purpose is listed as "Other," indicating its importance in water resource management beyond just flood control. Despite the lack of certain information, the dam is recognized for its critical role in the area and is essential for climate and water resource enthusiasts to monitor. It serves as a key infrastructure in Cabarrus County, playing a significant part in the region's water management system.

As an integral part of the local watershed, Horton (Bmp) Dam plays a vital role in the management of water resources and environmental conservation efforts. With its location on Wolf Meadow Branch and its high hazard potential, this dam requires regular attention and maintenance to ensure its continued functionality and safety. The NCDEQ Dam Safety Program oversees its regulation and enforcement, highlighting the importance of Horton (Bmp) Dam in safeguarding the surrounding community and environment from potential risks associated with dam failure.

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Wolf Meadow Branch

Hazard Potential

High
       
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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.