Eighteenth Fairway Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Eighteenth Fairway Dam, located in Aberdeen, North Carolina, stands as a vital structure along Aberdeen Creek, serving primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Constructed in 1960, this Earth-type dam stands at a hydraulic height of 17 feet and a structural height of 28 feet, with a dam length of 600 feet. The dam boasts a storage capacity of 93 acre-feet, with a maximum discharge of 15 cubic feet per second, making it a significant asset for water resource management in the area.

Despite its fair condition assessment, the dam poses a high hazard potential, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The most recent inspection in February 2021 revealed the dam to be in fair condition, with an inspection frequency of every two years. While no spillway type or width is specified, the dam's location within Moore County highlights its critical role in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flooding events.

Managed by a private owner, Eighteenth Fairway Dam serves as a key infrastructure for both water resource management and recreational activities in the region. Its presence along Aberdeen Creek contributes to the overall water management system, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring such structures to ensure their safety and functionality for years to come.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

600

River Or Stream

Aberdeen Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8

Hydraulic Height

17

Drainage Area

135

Nid Storage

93

Structural Height

28

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

28
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.