Cane Creek Resevoir Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Freeman Dam Dick Wright Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Orange, North Carolina, the Cane Creek Reservoir Dam stands as a crucial structure for water supply in the region.
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Summary
Completed in 1989, this earth dam boasts a hydraulic height of 60 feet and a structural height of 72 feet, with a storage capacity of 19,079 acre-feet. Managed by the local government, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, ensuring its safety and reliability for the community.
With a high hazard potential but a satisfactory condition assessment as of February 2020, the Cane Creek Reservoir Dam is a vital piece of infrastructure that requires regular inspections and maintenance. In the event of an emergency, the dam's Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status and adherence to guidelines remain unspecified. Despite the lack of specific risk assessment and management measures provided in the available data, the dam serves as a critical resource for water management in the area, highlighting the importance of continued monitoring and upkeep to safeguard its integrity.
As a primary source of water supply, the Cane Creek Reservoir Dam plays a pivotal role in supporting the community's needs. With its construction overseen by the local government and state regulatory agencies, the dam stands as a testament to effective collaboration in ensuring water resource sustainability. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, the maintenance and operation of infrastructure like the Cane Creek Reservoir Dam are essential for securing a reliable water supply for current and future generations.
Year Completed |
1989 |
Dam Length |
1350 |
River Or Stream |
Cane Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
60 |
Nid Storage |
19079 |
Structural Height |
72 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
72 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cane Creek Near Orange Grove
|
1cfs |
Morgan Creek Near White Cross
|
1cfs |
Eno River At Hillsborough
|
12cfs |
Haw River At Haw River
|
165cfs |
Morgan Creek Near Chapel Hill
|
20cfs |
Haw River Near Bynum
|
304cfs |
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.
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