Cogdell Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Cogdell Pond Dam, located in Goldsboro, North Carolina, serves as a vital structure for flood risk reduction along The Canal-Tr river.
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Summary
This private-owned earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 14 feet and a structural height of 15.9 feet, with a capacity to hold 22.26 acre-feet of water. Despite its critical purpose, the dam's condition assessment in December 2019 marked it as unsatisfactory, highlighting a high hazard potential.
With a history of no state regulation or permitting, Cogdell Pond Dam poses a potential risk to the surrounding area in Wayne County. The dam's current state and the lack of recent modifications raise concerns for its ability to withstand future flooding events. It is crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor the situation closely and advocate for necessary improvements to ensure the safety and resilience of this essential flood control infrastructure.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is imperative to recognize the importance of maintaining and upgrading critical structures like Cogdell Pond Dam. By staying informed about its condition, advocating for necessary repairs or enhancements, and supporting ongoing inspection and monitoring efforts, we can help mitigate potential risks and ensure the long-term effectiveness of flood risk reduction measures in the region. Let us work together to safeguard our water resources and communities from the impacts of extreme weather events and climate change.
Dam Length |
171 |
River Or Stream |
The Canal-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Drainage Area |
190 |
Nid Storage |
22.26 |
Structural Height |
15.9 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Neuse River Near Goldsboro
|
1460cfs |
Little River Near Princeton
|
84cfs |
Nahunta Swamp Near Shine
|
57cfs |
Bear Creek At Mays Store
|
98cfs |
Contentnea Creek Near Lucama
|
37cfs |
Contentnea Creek At Hookerton
|
466cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Cogdell Pond Dam