Bonsal Tailings Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyAnson
Nearest CityMorven
River/StreamIsland Creek
Coordinates34.94560, -79.93880

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height63 ft
Dam Length6,900 ft
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,890 acre-ft
Max Storage1,890 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,830 acre-ft
Surface Area75 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeTailings
OwnerBV Hedrick Gravel & Sand Company
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection06/06/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC01439
Federal IDNC01439
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

Nearby Dams

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