Pinebrook-Pinehurst Unit 14 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Pinebrook-Pinehurst Unit 14 is a private dam located in Whispering Pines, North Carolina, along Juniper Creek Trib.


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Summary

The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes and is regulated by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program, ensuring that it meets state inspection and enforcement standards. With a hydraulic height of 15 feet and a structural height of 19 feet, the dam has a normal storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 76 acre-feet.

Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, Pinebrook-Pinehurst Unit 14 is currently assessed to be in fair condition as of April 2021. The dam has a history of regular inspections, with the last one conducted on April 1, 2021. It is important for water resource and climate enthusiasts to note that the dam's Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status and risk assessment measures are currently unspecified, indicating a potential area for future monitoring and improvement to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment.

Located within the Wilmington District, the Pinebrook-Pinehurst Unit 14 dam presents an interesting case study for those interested in water resource management and dam safety. As it continues to be monitored and regulated by state authorities, it serves as a valuable example of how private infrastructure can contribute to both recreation and potential risks that need to be managed effectively in the face of changing climate conditions.

Dam Length

525

River Or Stream

Juniper Creek Trib

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Hydraulic Height

15

Drainage Area

172

Nid Storage

76

Structural Height

19

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

19
       
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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.