Bennetts Bridge Upper South Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bennetts Bridge Upper South, located in Duplin, North Carolina, is a private fish and wildlife pond with a primary purpose of supporting the local ecosystem.
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Summary
This earth dam structure stands at 14.5 feet tall and stretches 385 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 20 acre-feet. However, despite its vital role in supporting wildlife and irrigation needs, the dam is currently rated as having a high hazard potential and poor condition assessment.
Managed by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality and the Dam Safety Program, Bennetts Bridge Upper South is subject to regular state inspections and enforcement measures to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. The dam's last inspection in July 2020 revealed its poor condition, highlighting the need for potential risk management measures to mitigate the high hazard potential associated with the structure. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding and addressing the challenges faced by structures like Bennetts Bridge Upper South is crucial for ensuring the sustainability and safety of water resources in the region.
With its critical role in supporting fish and wildlife habitats, as well as irrigation needs, Bennetts Bridge Upper South serves as a reminder of the importance of proper dam maintenance and regulation. As efforts continue to address the dam's poor condition and high hazard potential, collaboration between stakeholders and state agencies will be essential in safeguarding the surrounding community and ecosystem from potential risks. By staying informed and actively participating in water resource management initiatives, enthusiasts can help contribute to the preservation and resilience of structures like Bennetts Bridge Upper South in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Length |
385 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
30 |
Nid Storage |
20 |
Structural Height |
14.5 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bear Creek At Mays Store
|
98cfs |
Northeast Cape Fear River Near Chinquapin
|
549cfs |
Neuse River Near Goldsboro
|
1460cfs |
Neuse River At Kinston
|
1090cfs |
Trent River Near Trenton
|
19cfs |
New River Near Gum Branch
|
42cfs |
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.
Bennetts Bridge Upper South