Fallingbrook Estates Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 14, 2025

Located in Goldsboro, North Carolina, Fallingbrook Estates Dam is a privately owned Earth dam that was completed in 1989 for recreational purposes along the Little River-Tr.


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Summary

With a hydraulic height of 14 feet and a structural height of 20 feet, the dam spans 450 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is recreation, offering a surface area of 5 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Fallingbrook Estates Dam has not been rated for its condition since its last inspection in January 2008. The dam is not state regulated or permitted, but it is subject to regular state inspections. The surrounding area has a drainage area of 75 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 123 cubic feet per second. With its picturesque location and recreational opportunities, Fallingbrook Estates Dam serves as a valuable resource for the local community and visitors alike.

Year Completed

1989

Dam Length

450

River Or Stream

Little River-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Hydraulic Height

14

Drainage Area

75

Nid Storage

52

Structural Height

20

Hazard Potential

Low

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.