Lake Eva Marie Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Eva Marie, located in Johnston, North Carolina, is a private water resource with a primary purpose that remains unspecified.


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Summary

This earth dam structure has a hydraulic height of 16 feet and a structural height of 18 feet, with a length of 310 feet. The reservoir has a storage capacity of 252 acre-feet and a surface area of 35 acres, serving a drainage area of 7424 acres.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Lake Eva Marie is in poor condition based on a 2019 assessment. The dam has not been inspected since February 2019, with no documented emergency action plan in place. With no history of modification or significant federal involvement, the reservoir presents an intriguing opportunity for local enthusiasts and climate advocates to explore potential restoration and monitoring efforts to ensure its long-term safety and sustainability. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lake Eva Marie offers a unique case study in private dam management and the importance of maintaining critical infrastructure in the face of evolving environmental challenges.

Dam Length

310

River Or Stream

Little Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

35

Hydraulic Height

16

Drainage Area

7424

Nid Storage

252

Structural Height

18

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

18
       
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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.