Cooper Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Bone Lake Dam Stancil Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Cooper Pond Dam, located in Nash, North Carolina, serves multiple purposes including fire protection and creating a stock or small fish pond.
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Summary
This private-owned earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 13 feet and a structural height of 15 feet, with a length of 250 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 10 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition was last assessed as fair in 2013, indicating a need for regular inspection and maintenance.
Situated on the Tar River-Tr, Cooper Pond Dam is not state-regulated and does not fall under the jurisdiction of any regulatory agency. However, it is subject to state inspection, with the last inspection taking place in February 2013. The dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and risk management measures are currently unspecified. The dam's location, design, and construction details remain undisclosed, highlighting the need for further information to ensure the safety and sustainability of this water resource in the face of changing climate conditions and potential risks.
As an integral part of the local water infrastructure, Cooper Pond Dam plays a crucial role in providing water for fire protection and supporting wildlife through its fish pond. With its relatively low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, ongoing monitoring and maintenance efforts are essential to ensure the dam's continued functionality and safety. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the nuances of Cooper Pond Dam's design, purpose, and condition can help inform proactive measures to mitigate risks and safeguard this important water resource for future generations.
Dam Length |
250 |
River Or Stream |
Tar River-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Cooper Pond Dam