Bryan Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Godwin Lake Dam Parker Millpond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bryan Lake Dam, also known as Moorewood Pond Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Parkers Mill, North Carolina.
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Summary
Built in 1874, this Earth-type dam on Jumping Creek serves primarily for irrigation purposes, with additional recreational benefits. Standing at a structural height of 12 feet and a hydraulic height of 9 feet, the dam has a length of 675 feet and a storage capacity of 320 acre-feet.
Despite its historic significance, Bryan Lake Dam faces significant hazards and has been assessed to be in poor condition. With a significant hazard potential, the dam has not been updated in recent years, with its last inspection conducted in September 2018. The dam poses a risk to the surrounding area, and there is a need for improved risk management measures to ensure the safety of the community.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may be interested in Bryan Lake Dam for its historical importance and its role in providing irrigation water and recreational opportunities in the area. However, the dam's poor condition and significant hazard potential highlight the need for continued monitoring and potential upgrades to mitigate risks and ensure the safety of the dam and its surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1874 |
Dam Length |
675 |
River Or Stream |
Jumping Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
50 |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Drainage Area |
2816 |
Nid Storage |
320 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Middle Creek Near Clayton
|
54cfs |
Cape Fear River At Lillington
|
711cfs |
Little River Near Princeton
|
84cfs |
Neuse River Near Clayton
|
384cfs |
Neuse River Near Goldsboro
|
1460cfs |
Little River At Manchester
|
263cfs |
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.
Bryan Lake Dam