Breckenridge Recreation Center Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Cary, North Carolina, the Breckenridge Recreation Center Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and recreation.


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Summary

Built in 2001, this private-owned Earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a serene backdrop for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. With a hydraulic height of 12.5 feet and a structural height of 20.5 feet, the dam holds a storage capacity of 38 acre-feet along the Kitt Creek TR.

Despite its tranquil appearance, the Breckenridge Recreation Center Dam has been classified as having a high hazard potential, prompting regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. The dam's condition was assessed as satisfactory during the last inspection in January 2019, with an inspection frequency of every 2 years. Managed by the NC Dam Safety Program, this dam not only provides a recreational oasis but also serves as a critical piece of infrastructure in water resource management for the surrounding area.

Year Completed

2001

Dam Length

350

River Or Stream

Kitt Creek TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3

Hydraulic Height

12.5

Drainage Area

117

Nid Storage

38

Structural Height

20.5

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

21
       
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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.