Hf Lee Cooling Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Hf Lee Cooling Lake Dam, also known as Quaker Neck Cooling Lake Dam, is a public utility structure located in Goldsboro, North Carolina.
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Summary
This dam, completed in 1955, serves the primary purpose of cooling and storage for water resources in the area. With a structural height of 17 feet and a hydraulic height of 14 feet, the dam contributes to the storage of 5,446 acre-feet of water, providing a surface area of 562.9 acres for recreational and ecological purposes.
Managed by the state regulatory agency NCDEQ, DEMLR Dam Safety Program, Hf Lee Cooling Lake Dam is subject to regular inspections to ensure its safety and integrity. The dam has a high hazard potential but has been assessed to be in fair condition as of November 2020. The surrounding area of Wayne County benefits from the water stored by the dam, which also plays a role in managing the Neuse River Off Stream and drainage area of 545 square miles.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Hf Lee Cooling Lake Dam an important infrastructure contributing to the management and conservation of water resources in North Carolina. With its significant storage capacity and recreational opportunities, this dam serves as a vital component of the state's water management system, ensuring the safety and well-being of the surrounding communities while also providing a habitat for diverse aquatic species.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
24288 |
River Or Stream |
Neuse Riv Off Stream |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
562.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Drainage Area |
545 |
Nid Storage |
5446 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Neuse River Near Goldsboro
|
1460cfs |
Little River Near Princeton
|
84cfs |
Nahunta Swamp Near Shine
|
57cfs |
Bear Creek At Mays Store
|
98cfs |
Contentnea Creek Near Lucama
|
37cfs |
Neuse River Near Clayton
|
384cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Hf Lee Cooling Lake Dam