Brantley Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Brantley Lake Dam, located in Spring Hope, North Carolina, was completed in 1973 and serves primarily for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

This Earth-type dam has a hydraulic height of 16 feet and a structural height of 20 feet, with a storage capacity of 65 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Coker Creek-Tr river system and covers a surface area of 4 acres.

Despite being privately owned, Brantley Lake Dam is inspected by state authorities to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated", the dam has not undergone any recent modifications and has a last inspection date of March 2003. Although the dam does not currently pose a significant risk, it is important to stay vigilant and prepared for any potential emergencies that may arise.

While Brantley Lake Dam is not under federal jurisdiction, it plays a crucial role in supporting irrigation activities in the region. The dam also offers recreational opportunities, showcasing the multifaceted importance of water resources in the area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Brantley Lake Dam presents a fascinating case study of a privately owned structure contributing to both agricultural and leisure pursuits in Nash County, North Carolina.

Year Completed

1973

Dam Length

450

River Or Stream

Coker Creek-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Hydraulic Height

16

Nid Storage

65

Structural Height

20

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

20
       
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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.