Brook Valley Country Club Dam

Meeting House Branch· Pitt, North Carolina· Built 1965· Other·
High Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Brook Valley Country Club Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 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 Length100 ft
Dam TypeOther
Max Storage6 acre-ft
Normal Storage6 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area1,200 sq mi
Max Discharge2,028 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
Year Modified2000
NID IDNC05368

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 15, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Brook Valley Country Club Acquisition, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Brook Valley Country Club Dam?

Brook Valley Country Club 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 Brook Valley Country Club Dam?

Brook Valley Country Club Dam is owned by Brook Valley Country Club Acquisition, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Brook Valley Country Club Dam built?

Brook Valley Country Club Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Brook Valley Country Club Dam?

Brook Valley Country Club Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Brook Valley Country Club Dam last inspected?

Brook Valley Country Club Dam was last inspected on March 15, 2023. 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.