Franklinton Reservoir Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 10, 2025

Franklinton Reservoir Dam, located in Franklinton, North Carolina, was completed in 1970 and serves as a crucial water supply source in the area.


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Summary

The dam, situated on Cedar Creek, is classified as an Earth type dam with a structural height of 14 feet and a length of 560 feet. With a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet, the dam plays a vital role in water management and distribution for the local community.

Despite not being regulated by the state, the Franklinton Reservoir Dam is regularly inspected to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam has a significant hazard potential and has not been rated for its current condition. The last inspection in February 2010 revealed that the dam was not rated, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to mitigate any potential risks associated with its operation.

As a key component of the water supply infrastructure in Franklin County, the Franklinton Reservoir Dam underscores the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions. Its role in providing water for the community underscores the need for continued investment in infrastructure resilience and emergency preparedness to safeguard against potential hazards and ensure a reliable water supply for the future.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

560

River Or Stream

Cedar Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Nid Storage

52

Structural Height

14

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

14
       
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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.