Briar Chapel Reclamation Facility 5-Day Upset Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Briar Chapel Reclamation Facility 5-Day Upset Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 772 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | NC05853 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Briar Chapel, LLC
Private
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Significant HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Briar Chapel Reclamation Facility 5-Day Upset Pond Dam?
Briar Chapel Reclamation Facility 5-Day Upset Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Briar Chapel Reclamation Facility 5-Day Upset Pond Dam?
Briar Chapel Reclamation Facility 5-Day Upset Pond Dam is owned by Briar Chapel, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Briar Chapel Reclamation Facility 5-Day Upset Pond Dam built?
Briar Chapel Reclamation Facility 5-Day Upset Pond Dam was completed in 2008, making it 18 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Briar Chapel Reclamation Facility 5-Day Upset Pond Dam?
Briar Chapel Reclamation Facility 5-Day Upset Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Briar Chapel Reclamation Facility 5-Day Upset Pond Dam last inspected?
Briar Chapel Reclamation Facility 5-Day Upset Pond Dam was last inspected on March 8, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.