Hurley Lake Reservoir Report
Nearby: West Lake Dam Lake Lindsay
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Located in Harnett County, North Carolina, Hurley Lake, also known as Bragg-020, is a Federal-owned reservoir managed by the US Army for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The lake's primary purpose is for recreation, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and other outdoor activities. Situated near Spout Spring and fed by Hector Creek, Hurley Lake covers an area of 7 acres and has a storage capacity of 68 acre-feet.
Hurley Lake features an Earth dam with a height of 21 feet and a length of 520 feet. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, and it is equipped with vertical lift outlet gates. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Hurley Lake is inspected by the US Army on a regular basis to ensure its safety and integrity. Although the condition assessment is currently not available, the lake remains a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking outdoor recreation opportunities in North Carolina.
Dam Length |
520 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
Hector Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Nid Storage |
68 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
Vertical Lift |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Flat Creek Near Inverness
|
6cfs |
Little River At Manchester
|
161cfs |
Rockfish Creek At Raeford
|
74cfs |
Cape Fear River At Lillington
|
314cfs |
Buckhorn Creek Nr Corinth
|
49cfs |
Drowning Creek Near Hoffman
|
104cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Hurley Lake