Remington Park Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Remington Park Dam, also known as Strawns Crossing Dam, is a private dam located in Wake, North Carolina, along the Perry Creek.


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Summary

Completed in 1987, this earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a serene and picturesque setting for outdoor activities. With a hydraulic height of 20 feet and a structural height of 26 feet, the dam stands at a length of 480 feet, creating a surface area of 6 acres and a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet.

While the dam's condition is assessed as fair and it has a high hazard potential, it is regularly inspected by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program. The last inspection took place in November 2019, with a frequency of every two years. In the event of an emergency, the dam's Emergency Action Plan is prepared to ensure the safety of nearby residents and mitigate any potential risks associated with the dam.

Despite being privately owned, Remington Park Dam plays a crucial role in the local community, providing not only recreational opportunities but also serving as a vital water resource. With its location near the I-540 (Northern Wake Expressway) and its close proximity to Wilmington District, the dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1987

Dam Length

480

River Or Stream

Perry Creek-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Hydraulic Height

20

Drainage Area

130

Nid Storage

84

Structural Height

26

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

26
       
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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.