Hooper Creek Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Fairview Farms Dam Holmberg Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Hooper Creek Dam, situated in Collinsville, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure built in 1965 primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at a hydraulic height of 17 feet and a structural height of 23.5 feet, with a NID height of 24 feet. The reservoir created by the dam has a normal storage capacity of 225 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 25 acres, providing a picturesque setting for outdoor activities.
Despite its recreational value, Hooper Creek Dam poses a significant hazard potential with a poor condition assessment as of the last inspection in February 2020. The dam is regulated and inspected by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, ensuring compliance with state regulations and enforcement measures. However, the dam's condition raises concerns about its long-term stability and the potential risks it may pose to downstream communities in the event of a failure.
Efforts to address the dam's poor condition and mitigate risks associated with its operation are crucial to ensure the safety of nearby residents and the preservation of the recreational opportunities provided by the reservoir. With ongoing inspections and regulatory oversight, stakeholders must work towards implementing necessary maintenance and risk management measures to safeguard the integrity of Hooper Creek Dam and its surrounding environment for future generations to enjoy.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
465 |
River Or Stream |
Hooper Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
25 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
400 |
Structural Height |
23.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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.
Hooper Creek Dam