Camp Durant Lake Dam #1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Camp Durant Lake Dam #1, also known as Camp Durant Upper Dam, is a local government-owned structure in Wake County, North Carolina.


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Summary

Completed in 1947, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 14 feet and a structural height of 18 feet, with a length of 540 feet. Situated on Perry Creek, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a surface area of 6 acres and a storage capacity of 320 acre-feet.

With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Camp Durant Lake Dam #1 undergoes regular state inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite not being state-regulated or permitted, the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 92 cubic feet per second and a normal storage volume of 264 acre-feet. Located in Milburnie, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area, with a drainage area of 774 acres.

Overall, Camp Durant Lake Dam #1 is a vital infrastructure for recreation and water management in Wake County. Its historical significance, combined with its modest size and functionality, make it an important part of the local landscape. With regular inspections and a low hazard potential, this dam continues to serve its purpose effectively while ensuring the safety of surrounding communities and the environment.

Year Completed

1947

Dam Length

540

River Or Stream

Perry Creek-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Hydraulic Height

14

Drainage Area

774

Nid Storage

320

Structural Height

18

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

18
       
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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.