Parker Lagoon Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Charles Byrd Dam L. Z. Creech Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Benson, North Carolina, the Parker Lagoon Dam is a privately owned structure with a significant hazard potential.
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Summary
Built for purposes other than flood control or water supply, this earth-type dam stands at a structural height of 24 feet and has a storage capacity of 18 acre-feet. The dam, situated on the Hannah Creek-Tr river/stream, falls under the jurisdiction of Johnston County and is not regulated by the state.
Despite being last inspected in 2000, with no condition assessment or emergency action plan in place, the Parker Lagoon Dam raises concerns for potential risks and safety measures. With no state permitting or regulatory agency overseeing its operations, the dam's condition remains unknown and its emergency preparedness is questionable. The lack of updated information on the dam's risk assessment and management measures further adds to the uncertainty surrounding its safety and potential impact in the event of a failure.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Parker Lagoon Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of regular inspections, maintenance, and emergency planning for all dams, regardless of their primary purpose. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water management and infrastructure resilience, proactive measures must be taken to ensure the safety of dams like Parker Lagoon and protect surrounding communities from potential hazards. A greater focus on risk assessment, emergency preparedness, and regulatory oversight is essential to mitigate the threats posed by aging and potentially unsafe structures like the Parker Lagoon Dam.
River Or Stream |
Hannah Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
18 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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.
Parker Lagoon Dam