Pamlico Regional Wastewater Dike Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 15, 2025

Located in Bayboro, North Carolina, the Pamlico Regional Wastewater Dike stands as a crucial infrastructure managed by the local government.


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Summary

Completed in 1998, this earth-type dam stretching 2200 feet across the Bay River serves a primary purpose of "other." With a hydraulic height of 11.5 feet and a structural height of 13.8 feet, this dam boasts a capacity to store 6 acre-feet of water, making it a significant asset for managing regional water resources.

Despite its importance, the Pamlico Regional Wastewater Dike faces challenges with a high hazard potential and poor condition assessment as of the last inspection in August 2020. The dam falls under state regulations, with oversight from the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality and the Dam Safety Program. Given its critical role in water management, efforts to improve its condition and mitigate potential risks are essential to ensure the continued safety and functionality of this vital piece of infrastructure in the region. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find the Pamlico Regional Wastewater Dike a fascinating subject for further exploration and discussion on the intersection of infrastructure, environmental protection, and community resilience.

Year Completed

1998

Dam Length

2200

River Or Stream

Bay River

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Hydraulic Height

11.5

Nid Storage

6

Structural Height

13.8

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

14
       
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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.