Nash County Wildlife Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Nash County Wildlife Lake Dam, located in Gold Rock, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Completed in 1950, this dam stands at a structural height of 25 feet, with a hydraulic height of 23 feet and a length of 500 feet. The dam's reservoir has a storage capacity of 135 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 110 acre-feet, covering an area of 11 acres.
The dam is regulated by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Despite being classified as having low hazard potential, the dam's condition has not been rated, with the last inspection conducted in January 2001. The dam is situated on Red Bud Creek, a tributary of the Tar River, and is part of the Wilmington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, with no associated federal agency ownership or funding.
Overall, Nash County Wildlife Lake Dam offers recreational opportunities in Nash County, providing a serene setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. With proper regulation and maintenance, this dam continues to serve as a valuable resource for the local community while contributing to the conservation of water resources and the preservation of natural habitats in the area.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
500 |
River Or Stream |
Red Bud Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
135 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Nash County Wildlife Lake Dam