Honeycutt Dam Upper Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Honeycutt Dam Upper, located in Harnett, North Carolina, is a private irrigation dam on the Black River-Os.


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Summary

With a hydraulic height of 13 feet and a structural height of 16.4 feet, this earth dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 10.4 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 13.12 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 2 acres.

Despite being privately owned and not regulated by the state, Honeycutt Dam Upper is classified as having a high hazard potential. However, its condition assessment as of March 2006 was deemed satisfactory. The dam has not undergone any modifications in recent years, with the last inspection conducted in 2006. While emergency action plans and risk assessments are not currently prepared or updated for this dam, it remains a crucial resource for irrigation in the region.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Honeycutt Dam Upper to be an intriguing case study in the management of private irrigation dams. With its high hazard potential and satisfactory condition, there is a need for continued monitoring and potentially updated emergency plans to ensure the safety and efficiency of this essential water resource infrastructure. The dam's location on the Black River-Os adds to its significance in the regional water management landscape, making it a noteworthy structure for those interested in water resource sustainability and climate resilience.

River Or Stream

Black River-Os

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Hydraulic Height

13

Nid Storage

13.12

Structural Height

16.4

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

16
       
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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.