Lake Anne Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Anne Dam, located in Wake County, North Carolina, stands as a vital resource for both water management and recreation enthusiasts.


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Summary

Built in 1959, this private-owned earth dam spans 450 feet in length, with a structural height of 35 feet and a hydraulic height of 20 feet. The dam's primary purpose is to provide recreational opportunities, offering a surface area of 14 acres and a normal storage capacity of 144 acre-feet.

Situated on Turkey Creek, Lake Anne Dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program. Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, the dam's condition was assessed as fair during the last inspection in December 2017. With a drainage area of 1024 acres and a maximum discharge capacity of 450 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and storage within the region.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lake Anne Dam serves as a noteworthy structure that not only supports recreational activities but also plays a key role in water management and regulation. With its strategic location in Raleigh and its importance in the local watershed, the dam stands as a testament to the intersection of human infrastructure and environmental stewardship in the region.

Year Completed

1959

Dam Length

450

River Or Stream

Turkey Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

14

Hydraulic Height

20

Drainage Area

1024

Nid Storage

175

Structural Height

35

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

35
       
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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.