Infinity Rd Raw Water Res. (Brown Terminal) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Infinity Rd Raw Water Reservoir, also known as Wade G.


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Summary

Brown Reservoir Dam, is a crucial water supply infrastructure owned by the local government in Durham, North Carolina. Completed in 1978, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 54 feet and has a storage capacity of 200 acre-feet from the Cabin Branch-Tr river. While it primarily serves the purpose of water supply, it is also regulated by the NC Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, ensuring its compliance with state regulations and enforcement.

Located in Falls, North Carolina, this reservoir plays a significant role in providing clean water to the community and has a hazard potential classified as "Significant." Despite this, the condition assessment of the dam is rated as "Satisfactory," with regular inspections conducted every two years to ensure its structural integrity. Emergency action plans are also in place, although the last update was in May 2019. With its strategic location and importance in the region's water supply system, Infinity Rd Raw Water Reservoir serves as a critical asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in sustainable infrastructure management and resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1978

River Or Stream

Cabin Branch-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Nid Storage

200

Structural Height

54

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

54
       
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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.