Neuse Regional Water Treatment Plant Dike Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Neuse Regional Water Treatment Plant Dike in Kinston, North Carolina, is a crucial piece of infrastructure in the management of water resources in the area.


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Summary

Completed in 2008, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 27 feet and has a hydraulic height of 23 feet. With a primary purpose of water supply, the dam has a storage capacity of 92 acre-feet, providing a reliable source of water for the region.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program, the Neuse Regional Water Treatment Plant Dike plays a significant role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts. Even though the dam is rated as having a fair condition, it is considered to have a significant hazard potential. Regular inspections are conducted to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure, with the last assessment taking place in December 2019.

With its location off-stream and its association with the Neuse River, the Neuse Regional Water Treatment Plant Dike serves as a critical component in the water supply infrastructure of Lenoir County. By meeting state regulations and permitting requirements, this dam plays a vital role in ensuring a reliable water supply for the community, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

2008

Dam Length

2100

River Or Stream

Off-stream H2O pumped from Neu

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Hydraulic Height

23

Drainage Area

6

Nid Storage

92

Structural Height

27

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

27
       
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Dam Data Reference

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.