E.M. Johnson Plant A Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

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Summary

Johnson Plant A Dam, located in Wake County, North Carolina, is a crucial infrastructure owned by the local government and regulated by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program. The dam serves as a water supply source, with a maximum storage capacity of 110 acre-feet and a hydraulic height of 38 feet. Its primary purpose is to provide water to the surrounding areas, contributing to the sustainability of Honeycutt Creek Tributary.

With a structural height of 40 feet and a length of 2100 feet, E.M. Johnson Plant A Dam plays a vital role in managing water resources in the region. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam is in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in October 2020. It is equipped with emergency action plans and meets safety guidelines, ensuring that it can effectively respond to any potential risks or emergencies. This dam is a key component of the water infrastructure in the area, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and regulation for sustainable water resource management.

Dam Length

2100

River Or Stream

Honeycutt Cr. Tr.

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6.4

Hydraulic Height

38

Nid Storage

110

Structural Height

40

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

40
       
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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.