Raintree Lake Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Raintree Lake in Wake, North Carolina is a picturesque reservoir located along Perry Creek-Tr, with its primary purpose being recreation.


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While not listed under any specific owner types, the lake is not state-regulated, permitted, or enforced upon. Despite its non-federal status, Raintree Lake does boast state inspection capabilities, ensuring its safety and quality for visitors.

This Earth-type dam structure has a high hazard potential, although its condition assessment is currently not rated. The last inspection of Raintree Lake took place in November 1981, with no updated data available since then. While the lake's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk assessment are unknown, it remains a popular spot for water and climate enthusiasts looking to enjoy the scenic beauty of the area.

While lacking some updated information, Raintree Lake continues to attract visitors for recreational activities, despite its high hazard potential. Its location in Wake, North Carolina offers a serene escape for those seeking a connection to nature and water resources. As efforts to ensure safety and risk management measures are unknown, enthusiasts can still appreciate the beauty and tranquility of Raintree Lake while remaining cautious and mindful of its potential hazards.

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Perry Creek-Tr

Hazard Potential

High
       
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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.