Brazel Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Deater Lake Mathis Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Brazel Dam, located in Iredell, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
The dam, with a hydraulic height of 24 feet and a structural height of 30 feet, sits on Dishmon Creek-Tr and has a storage capacity of 30 acre-feet. Although the dam has a low hazard potential, it is not currently regulated by the state and has not been rated for its condition.
Despite its modest size and limited regulatory oversight, Brazel Dam provides a valuable recreational resource for the local community. With a surface area of 2.5 acres and a drainage area of 120 acres, the dam offers opportunities for boating, fishing, and other outdoor activities. While the dam's last inspection took place in November 2016 and its condition remains unrated, its low hazard potential suggests it is a relatively safe and stable structure for visitors to enjoy.
River Or Stream |
Dishmon Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
120 |
Nid Storage |
30 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Yadkin River At Wilkesboro
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423cfs |
Reddies River At North Wilkesboro
|
67cfs |
Lower Little River Nr All Healing Springs
|
18cfs |
Hunting Creek Near Harmony
|
93cfs |
Yadkin River At Elkin
|
706cfs |
Elk Creek At Elkville
|
42cfs |
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.
Brazel Dam