Akins Lake Dam #1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Akins Lake Dam #1, located in North Carolina, was completed in 1954 and serves primarily for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

The dam stands at a structural height of 20 feet with a hydraulic height of 17 feet, holding a maximum storage capacity of 75 acre-feet. Situated on Basal Creek-Tr, the dam covers a surface area of 8 acres and has a normal storage level of 61 acre-feet.

Owned privately, Akins Lake Dam #1 is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, ensuring that it meets state inspection and enforcement requirements. With a low hazard potential and a fair condition assessment as of February 2019, the dam is considered to be in good standing. The area surrounding the dam offers recreational opportunities in addition to its primary irrigation function, making it a vital resource for the local community.

Despite its age, Akins Lake Dam #1 continues to play a crucial role in water management and conservation efforts in Wake County. Its strategic location and efficient design contribute to the sustainable use of water resources for irrigation while also providing recreational benefits to residents in Banks and beyond. With regular inspections and oversight, the dam remains a reliable infrastructure for water supply and environmental protection in the region.

Year Completed

1954

Dam Length

450

River Or Stream

Basal Creek-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8

Hydraulic Height

17

Nid Storage

75

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.