Dams in Hertford County, North Carolina
10Total Dams
3High Hazard
1Significant
Dam Safety in Hertford County, North Carolina
Hertford County has 10 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 3 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 1 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Hertford County is 47 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Revelles Pond Dam Upper at 33 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revelles Pond Dam Upper | High | Fair | 33 | Recreation | |
| Chowan University Dam | High | Fair | 17 | Recreation | |
| Holly Hill Road Dam | High | Satisfactory | 15 | Recreation | |
| Robert E. Lee Dam | Significant | 20 | Irrigation | 1985 | |
| Farmers Chemical Assoc Lake Dam | Low | 24 | Other | ||
| Three Rivers Farm Pond Dam | Low | 24 | Irrigation | 1988 | |
| E.r. Evans Pond Dam | Low | 21 | Irrigation | 1996 | |
| Deep Creek Millpond Dam | Low | 19 | Other | ||
| J.l. Storey Pond Dam | Low | 17 | Irrigation | 1986 | |
| Whorrells Millpond Dam | Low | 11 | Recreation | 1938 |