Big Pond is an earth dam located in Stanly County, North Carolina. It carries a Significant hazard potential classification.
Dam profile
NID height · 30 ft30 ft tall, taller than 68% of U.S. dams with a recorded height. Height is drawn to scale against a two-story house, about 25 ft; the profile is a generic embankment section and the water level is illustrative.
About Big Pond
The primary purpose of Big Pond is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Carolina Solite Corp. (private).
The dam stands 30 feet tall.
This dam has a significant hazard potential classification, meaning that a failure could cause significant economic damage — flooding roads, bridges, or property downstream — but is not expected to result in loss of life. An emergency action plan is in place for this dam.
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Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Stanly |
| Nearest City | Ansonville |
| Coordinates | 35.25000, -80.25000 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 30 ft |
| Dam Height | 30 ft |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | Carolina Solite Corp. |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not assessed |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |
Identifiers
| NID ID | NC83459 |
| Federal ID | NC83459 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |