Brookwood Forest Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Brookwood Forest Dam, located in Fletcher, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam that serves primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

The dam, standing at a structural height of 16 feet with a hydraulic height of 11 feet, creates a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 12 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Roberson Creek-Trib and is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program.

Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, the dam's condition was assessed as fair during its last inspection in January 2015. The inspection frequency is every 2 years, indicating a regular monitoring process to ensure the dam's safety and integrity. The surrounding area boasts a surface area of 1.8 acres, providing a scenic backdrop for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation.

With its proximity to Asheville and the Blue Ridge Mountains, Brookwood Forest Dam not only offers a tranquil retreat for visitors but also serves as a vital water resource for the local community. Its maintenance and regulatory oversight by the state agencies ensure that the dam continues to provide both recreational opportunities and water management functions for years to come. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Brookwood Forest Dam is a fascinating example of how human-made structures can harmoniously coexist with the natural environment.

Dam Length

206

River Or Stream

Roberson Creek-Trib

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1.8

Hydraulic Height

11

Nid Storage

21

Structural Height

16

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

16
       
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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.