Wilson Brothers Dam North #1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Wilson Brothers Dam North #1, located in Cool Springs, North Carolina, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.
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Summary
This private-owned earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 12 feet and a structural height of 16 feet, with a length of 350 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 63 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 38 acre-feet and a surface area of 7.9 acres. It is situated on Beaver Creek-Tr and serves the surrounding area with a drainage area of 290 square miles.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Wilson Brothers Dam North #1 is not currently rated for its condition. The last inspection was conducted on October 21, 2020, with a frequency of inspections set at 0. The dam has not been modified in recent years, and there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. While the dam meets the state's inspection requirements, there is room for improvement in terms of condition assessment and risk management measures. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find this dam's multi-purpose functionality and potential for future enhancements intriguing.
Dam Length |
350 |
River Or Stream |
Beaver Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
290 |
Nid Storage |
63 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Wilson Brothers Dam North #1