Governors Village Dam #8 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Governors Village Dam #8, located in Chatham, North Carolina, was completed in 1997 and is regulated by the NC Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program.
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Summary
This earth dam serves a primary purpose that is classified as 'Other,' with a high hazard potential and fair condition assessment as of the last inspection in 2019. The dam is not associated with any river or stream and falls under the jurisdiction of the Wilmington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite its relatively recent completion, Governor's Village Dam #8 lacks detailed information on its dimensions, storage capacity, and specific structural features. However, its high hazard potential and fair condition indicate the critical importance of ongoing inspections and maintenance to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the water resources it manages. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk management measures remain unspecified, highlighting the need for continued attention to potential threats and vulnerabilities that could impact its integrity and the safety of downstream areas.
Given its significant hazard potential, the timely and thorough maintenance and monitoring of Governors Village Dam #8 are crucial to mitigate risks and ensure the resilience of this essential structure. As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, the proper management and upkeep of dams like this one are essential for safeguarding communities and ecosystems that rely on their functionality. The ongoing regulation and oversight by state agencies, in collaboration with local and federal partners, are vital for protecting the surrounding area and ensuring the dam's long-term safety and effectiveness in managing water resources.
Year Completed |
1997 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
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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.
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