Oak Hollow No. 1 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Located in Cabarrus, North Carolina, Oak Hollow No.
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Summary
1 Dam is a significant earth dam that serves as a recreational hotspot along the Reedy Creek Tributary. With a structural height of 12.5 feet and a length of 185 feet, this dam offers a surface area of 0.8 acres and a maximum storage capacity of 4 acre-feet. Despite not being state regulated, the dam is inspected regularly to ensure its safety and functionality, with the last inspection conducted in December 2018.
Although the dam's primary purpose is for recreation, its hazard potential is deemed significant, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance. The condition assessment of Oak Hollow No. 1 Dam is currently not rated, suggesting the need for further evaluation to determine its overall structural integrity. While there are no associated structures or outlet gates, the dam remains a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region, showcasing the intersection of human infrastructure with natural landscapes. With its picturesque setting and recreational opportunities, Oak Hollow No. 1 Dam stands as a notable landmark within the Wilmington District, offering both leisure and potential risks that warrant attention from stakeholders and regulators alike.
Dam Length |
185 |
River Or Stream |
Reedy Creek - Trib. |
Surface Area |
0.8 |
Nid Storage |
4 |
Structural Height |
12.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
13 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Oak Hollow No. 1 Dam