Pine Forest Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Pine Forest Dam, located in Wake, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

The dam stands at a hydraulic height of 17 feet and a structural height of 20 feet, providing a storage capacity of 47 acre-feet. With a surface area of 4.5 acres and a maximum storage of 47 acre-feet, Pine Forest Dam offers a serene and picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts.

Despite its significant hazard potential, Pine Forest Dam has been assessed as being in satisfactory condition as of its last inspection in April 2014. The dam does not fall under state jurisdiction nor is it regulated by state authorities, but it is subject to periodic inspections to ensure its continued safety and functionality. With a history of providing recreational opportunities and serving as a vital water resource in the area, Pine Forest Dam remains a focal point for outdoor activities and environmental appreciation along the Richland Creek-Tr.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the beauty and functionality of Pine Forest Dam, they can appreciate its role in providing recreational opportunities while also acknowledging the importance of ongoing inspections and maintenance to ensure its safety. With its serene location and significant hazard potential, Pine Forest Dam serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between harnessing water resources for human use and safeguarding against potential risks and hazards in the face of changing climate conditions.

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Richland Creek-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.5

Hydraulic Height

17

Nid Storage

47

Structural Height

20

Hazard Potential

Significant

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.