Briar Chapel Reclamation Facility Central Pond Dam

Chatham, North Carolina· Built 2008· Earth·
Significant Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Briar Chapel Reclamation Facility Central Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,613 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage115 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2008 (18 years old)
NID IDNC05852

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: January 25, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Briar Chapel, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Briar Chapel Reclamation Facility Central Pond Dam?

Briar Chapel Reclamation Facility Central Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. 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 Central Pond Dam?

Briar Chapel Reclamation Facility Central 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 Central Pond Dam built?

Briar Chapel Reclamation Facility Central 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 Central Pond Dam?

Briar Chapel Reclamation Facility Central 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 Central Pond Dam last inspected?

Briar Chapel Reclamation Facility Central Pond Dam was last inspected on January 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.