Lake Pinehurst Pond Dam #2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Pinehurst Pond Dam #2 in Moore, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam that serves primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Situated on Horse Creek-Tr, this dam has a hydraulic height of 16.6 feet and a structural height of 20 feet. With a storage capacity of 45.5 acre-feet and a surface area of 5.5 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.

Despite its fair condition assessment as of February 2021, Lake Pinehurst Pond Dam #2 has a high hazard potential, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Energy, Minerals, and Land Resources, Dam Safety Program, ensuring that it meets state safety standards. The last inspection in February 2021 revealed the need for ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures to mitigate any potential hazards associated with the dam.

As a key component of the water infrastructure in Moore County, Lake Pinehurst Pond Dam #2 not only provides recreational opportunities but also serves as a vital resource for water storage and management. Its location and design make it an essential structure for maintaining the ecological balance of the area while also posing challenges that require proactive risk assessment and management to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment.

Dam Length

850

River Or Stream

Horse Ck-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5.5

Hydraulic Height

16.6

Drainage Area

152

Nid Storage

45.5

Structural Height

20

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

20
       
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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.