Bright's Creek Wet Weather Detention Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Pavillon Dam Ross Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Bright's Creek Wet Weather Detention Pond Dam in North Carolina serves as an off-stream water resource designed for wet weather conditions.
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Summary
Completed in 2007, this private-owned Earth dam stands at a structural height of 30 feet and offers a storage capacity of 23 acre-feet across its 2.3-acre surface area. With a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment as of 2013, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and managing water flow in the region.
Managed by the Nashville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Bright's Creek Dam operates with a focus on other purposes beyond flood control. Despite no state regulation or permitting, the dam undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. With Emergency Action Plans (EAP) prepared and last reviewed in 2006, this dam stands ready to respond to any unforeseen events, aligning with safety guidelines and risk management measures to protect surrounding communities from potential hazards.
In collaboration with local and federal agencies, Bright's Creek Wet Weather Detention Pond Dam represents a strategic partnership in water resource management. With its proximity to Polk, North Carolina, and a low-risk profile, this dam serves as a reassuring example of effective infrastructure supporting climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
2007 |
River Or Stream |
Off-stream |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.3 |
Drainage Area |
3 |
Nid Storage |
23 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
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Dam Data Reference
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.
Bright's Creek Wet Weather Detention Pond Dam