Richmond Millpond Dam
North Carolina — Scotland County — Gum Swamp Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Scotland |
| River | Gum Swamp Creek |
| Coordinates | 34.82070, -79.53040 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | — |
| NID Storage | 1,161 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,161 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 180 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | November 15, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1860 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Richmond Mill Pond Properties, LLC |
| Other Name | Laurel Mill Dam |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.