Richmond Millpond Dam
High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Scotland |
| Nearest City | Laurel Hill |
| River/Stream | Gum Swamp Creek |
| Coordinates | 34.82070, -79.53040 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 15 ft |
| Year Completed | 1860 (166 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 1,161 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,161 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 968 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 180 acres |
| Drainage Area | 54 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,000 cfs |
| Spillway Type | None |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | Richmond Mill Pond Properties, LLC |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 11/15/2024 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |