General Electric Dam #2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

General Electric Dam #2, located in Durham, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure regulated by the state's Dam Safety Program.


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Summary

This earth dam, with a hydraulic height of 10.5 feet and a structural height of 15 feet, serves primarily for fire protection, as well as a stock or small fish pond. The dam, situated on Stirrup Iron Creek, has a normal storage capacity of 23 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 50 acre-feet.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, General Electric Dam #2 is in satisfactory condition and undergoes regular inspections every five years. The last inspection took place in March 2020, ensuring the safety and integrity of the structure. Although no specific year of completion is provided, the dam has a length of 1510 feet and a surface area of 8 acres, contributing to the overall water resource management in the region.

This dam, with its modest storage capacity and fire protection purpose, plays a vital role in the local ecosystem and water management infrastructure. With state regulation, inspection, and enforcement in place, General Electric Dam #2 serves as a reliable asset for the surrounding community, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring water resources in the face of changing climate conditions.

Dam Length

1510

River Or Stream

Stirrup Iron Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8

Hydraulic Height

10.5

Nid Storage

50

Structural Height

15

Hazard Potential

Low

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.