Pcs Phosphate 4b Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Pcs Phosphate 4b, also known as Texasgulf Pond #4b, is a private water resource located in Beaufort, North Carolina.
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Summary
This tailings pond, completed in 1982, serves as a storage facility with a capacity of 8400 acre-feet and covers an area of 280 acres. The dam, primarily used for tailings purposes, is of earth type construction with a structural height of 30 feet and a hydraulic height of 25 feet, ensuring the low hazard potential associated with the site.
Despite being a non-state regulated structure, Pcs Phosphate 4b has undergone inspections, with the last assessment conducted in April 2001. The condition of the dam remains unrated, emphasizing the need for continued monitoring and evaluation to ensure its safety and integrity. While the pond poses a low risk, the absence of a detailed risk assessment and management plan raises concerns about the emergency preparedness and response measures in place, warranting further attention and updates to ensure the protection of the surrounding environment and community in the event of any unforeseen incidents.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Length |
9400 |
River Or Stream |
South Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
280 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
280 |
Nid Storage |
8400 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Van Swamp Near Hoke
|
0cfs |
Neuse River Near Fort Barnwell
|
2510cfs |
Chicod Cr At Sr1760 Near Simpson
|
2cfs |
Tar River At Greenville
|
260cfs |
Trent River Near Trenton
|
19cfs |
Neuse River At Kinston
|
1090cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Pcs Phosphate 4b