Nc Farm Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 9, 2025

Nc Farm is a private irrigation facility located in Warren, North Carolina, along the Sawmill River.


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Summary

The dam at Nc Farm is primarily used for irrigation purposes, with additional recreational activities taking place on the site. The dam itself is classified as an Earth dam type, with a hydraulic height of 19 feet and a structural height of 25 feet. The facility has a storage capacity of 44 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4 acres.

Despite its low hazard potential, Nc Farm has been deemed to be in satisfactory condition during its last inspection in November 2018. The dam has not undergone any modifications in recent years and does not fall under the jurisdiction of any state regulatory agency. It is regularly inspected by the state and meets the necessary safety guidelines. The facility has no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, and there are no inundation maps prepared for potential risk assessment.

Overall, Nc Farm serves as a vital resource for irrigation in the region, providing water for agricultural activities while also offering recreational opportunities for visitors. With its satisfactory condition and low hazard potential, the facility continues to operate efficiently and safely, contributing to the water resource management in North Carolina.

Dam Length

785

River Or Stream

Sawmill

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Hydraulic Height

19

Nid Storage

44

Structural Height

25

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

25
       
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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.