Liberty Wastewater Dike Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Liberty Wastewater Dike, located in Randolph County, North Carolina, was completed in 1988 and serves as a vital infrastructure for managing wastewater and preventing potential environmental hazards.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a structural height of 23 feet and has a hydraulic height of 18 feet, providing storage capacity for 209 acre-feet of water. Despite being classified as having low hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected and maintained to ensure its satisfactory condition.

With a primary purpose of 'Other', the Liberty Wastewater Dike plays a crucial role in safeguarding the North Prong Rocky River watershed. While not regulated by the state, the dam is subject to periodic inspections to assess its safety and integrity. The surrounding area benefits from the dike's normal storage capacity of 158.4 acre-feet and its surface area of 22 acres, contributing to the effective management of water resources in the region.

Mark Walker (R), the representative for the Wilmington District, oversees this important structure as part of the broader water management infrastructure in North Carolina. The Liberty Wastewater Dike's satisfactory condition and low hazard potential underscore its significance in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water resources in the area. As climate change impacts water availability and quality, such infrastructure plays a critical role in adapting to and mitigating these challenges for the benefit of both people and the environment.

Year Completed

1988

Dam Length

3800

River Or Stream

North Prong Rocky River

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

22

Hydraulic Height

18

Nid Storage

209

Structural Height

23

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

23
       
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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.