Mayo Active Ash Basin Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Mayo Active Ash Basin Dam, located in Person County, North Carolina, is a crucial structure designed for flood risk reduction along the Crutchfield Branch.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 100 feet and a structural height of 110 feet, with a length of 2300 feet. With a maximum storage capacity of 2380 acre-feet, the dam plays a vital role in managing water flow and reducing the risk of flooding in the surrounding area.

Managed by a public utility, Mayo Active Ash Basin Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment as of September 2020 was deemed satisfactory. Emergency action plans are in place, and the dam has been assessed to meet regulatory guidelines, ensuring the safety and security of the local community in case of any unforeseen events.

With a history of regular inspections and maintenance, Mayo Active Ash Basin Dam continues to serve its primary purpose effectively. As a significant component in the region's infrastructure for water resource management and flood control, this dam stands as a testament to proactive risk management and responsible stewardship of water resources in North Carolina.

Dam Length

2300

River Or Stream

Crutchfield Branch

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

58.5

Hydraulic Height

100

Drainage Area

333

Nid Storage

2380

Structural Height

110

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

110
       
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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.