Fh Shackelford Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Fh Shackelford Dam, also known as Nina Dam, is a vital structure located in Hookerton, North Carolina, along the ut to Rainbow Branch.


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Summary

This earth dam, completed in 2008, serves primarily for irrigation purposes and stands at a hydraulic height of 18.5 feet and a structural height of 25 feet. With a length of 420 feet and a storage capacity of 81 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.

Owned and regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, Fh Shackelford Dam is subject to regular inspections with a hazard potential rated as low and a fair condition assessment as of December 2019. The dam's emergency action plan status, inundation maps, and risk management measures are currently not available, but its compliance with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements ensures the safety and reliability of this essential infrastructure for water resource management in Greene County.

With its strategic location and efficient design, Fh Shackelford Dam continues to contribute significantly to the irrigation needs of the surrounding area. As a key component of the local water management system, this dam exemplifies the importance of sustainable infrastructure for climate resilience and water resource sustainability in North Carolina.

Year Completed

2008

Dam Length

420

River Or Stream

ut to Rainbow Branch

Hydraulic Height

18.5

Nid Storage

81

Structural Height

25

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

25
       
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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.