Stone #5 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Stone #4 Arrowhead Lake
Last Updated: January 11, 2026
Stone #5, also known as Linky Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Cedar Mountain, North Carolina, along Clear Creek.
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Summary
With a primary purpose of recreation, this Earth dam stands at a structural height of 15 feet and has a length of 135 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 20 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 1.5 acres.
Although not state-regulated, Stone #5 has been inspected and deemed to have a significant hazard potential with a fair condition assessment as of May 2013. Despite lacking certain regulatory measures and emergency preparedness protocols, the dam continues to provide recreational opportunities for the local community and visitors alike. As a key feature along Clear Creek, Stone #5 adds to the natural beauty and appeal of the area while also presenting potential risks that need to be carefully managed.
Dam Length |
135 |
River Or Stream |
Clear Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.5 |
Nid Storage |
20 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
South Saluda River Near Cleveland
|
42cfs |
Middle Saluda River Near Cleveland
|
189cfs |
French Broad River At Rosman
|
521cfs |
Davidson River Near Brevard
|
285cfs |
French Broad River At Blantyre
|
3670cfs |
Mills River Near Mills River
|
415cfs |
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.
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