Craven Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Craven Lake Dam, located in Moore, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure built in 1973 for recreational purposes along the Aberdeen Creek-Tr river.


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Summary

With a hydraulic height of 23 feet and a structural height of 27 feet, the dam spans 400 feet in length and has a maximum storage capacity of 55 acre-feet. The dam serves as a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts seeking activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife watching within its 4.6-acre surface area.

Despite its significant hazard potential, Craven Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition as of the last inspection in 2009. The dam does not fall under state jurisdiction or regulation, but it does undergo periodic inspections. While there are no associated structures or locks, the dam's primary purpose of recreation attracts visitors from across the region. With a rich history dating back to the early 1970s, Craven Lake Dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and environmental stewardship in North Carolina's diverse landscape.

Year Completed

1973

Dam Length

400

River Or Stream

Aberdeen Creek-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.6

Hydraulic Height

23

Drainage Area

188

Nid Storage

55

Structural Height

27

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

27
       
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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.