Partin Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Partin Lake Dam, located in Mount Pleasant, Wake County, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

The dam, with a hydraulic height of 14 feet and a structural height of 15 feet, holds a normal storage capacity of 78 acre-feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 95 acre-feet. Situated on Black Creek, the dam has a surface area of 12 acres and a drainage area that contributes to its high hazard potential.

Despite its fair condition assessment as of November 2019, with regular inspections and enforcement by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program, Partin Lake Dam remains a critical component of the local water resource infrastructure. Its proximity to the Wilmington District of the USACE ensures compliance with state regulations and safety standards. With a history of serving the community for irrigation and recreation purposes, the dam's importance in water management and climate resilience efforts cannot be understated.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to monitor and advocate for sustainable water infrastructure, Partin Lake Dam stands as a testament to the ongoing need for maintenance and regulation. With a high hazard potential and a history of usage for irrigation, the dam's role in water management and environmental conservation remains vital. As efforts to address climate change and water scarcity increase, ensuring the safety and efficiency of structures like Partin Lake Dam will be paramount in safeguarding water resources for future generations.

Dam Length

600

River Or Stream

Black Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Hydraulic Height

14

Nid Storage

95

Structural Height

15

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

15
       
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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.