L. Z. Creech Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Keen Lake Dam #1 Charles Byrd Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
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Summary
Z. Creech Dam, also known as L Z Creech Lake, is a private earth dam located in Johnston County, North Carolina, along the Tr- Little River. Built in 1981 by the USDA NRCS, this dam primarily serves the purpose of irrigation, while also supporting fish and wildlife pond activities, recreation, and water storage. With a height of 25 feet and a length of 430 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 34 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 1 acre.
Despite being deemed as low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, with a hazard rating of 3. The dam's condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Available", and there is no information regarding emergency action plans or inundation maps prepared for the site. While the dam has not been inspected recently, it is scheduled for inspection every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
Overall, the L. Z. Creech Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and irrigation in the region, supporting various activities while maintaining a moderate level of risk. As a private structure owned and operated by the USDA NRCS, it exemplifies the importance of sustainable water infrastructure for both agricultural and recreational purposes in the local community.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
430 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
Tr- Little River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Drainage Area |
0.08 |
Nid Storage |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
L. Z. Creech Dam