Brooks Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Brooks Pond Dam, located in Wake County, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

The dam has a structural height of 15 feet and a storage capacity of 25 acre-feet. Despite its scenic setting along Black Creek-Tr, the dam is classified as having a high hazard potential and poor condition, as last assessed in December 2020.

The dam, with a length of 999 feet and surface area of 3 acres, poses potential risks to the surrounding area in case of failure. It is regulated by the NC Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program and undergoes regular inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards. With no emergency action plan in place as of the latest data update in April 2021, there is a need for improved risk management measures to mitigate the dam's hazard potential and protect downstream communities.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the preservation and sustainable management of dams like Brooks Pond Dam should closely monitor updates on its condition and regulatory oversight. As a key recreational structure, its maintenance and safety are crucial to ensuring the continued enjoyment of the area while safeguarding against potential risks to public safety and the environment.

Dam Length

999

River Or Stream

Black Creek-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3

Drainage Area

249

Nid Storage

25

Structural Height

15

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

15
       
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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.