Duke Water Harvesting Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Duke Water Harvesting Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 188 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 320 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2014 (12 years old) |
| NID ID | NC06146 |
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
Duke University
Private
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Significant HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Duke Water Harvesting Pond Dam?
Duke Water Harvesting 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 Duke Water Harvesting Pond Dam?
Duke Water Harvesting Pond Dam is owned by Duke University (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Duke Water Harvesting Pond Dam built?
Duke Water Harvesting Pond Dam was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 Duke Water Harvesting Pond Dam?
Duke Water Harvesting Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Duke Water Harvesting Pond Dam last inspected?
Duke Water Harvesting Pond Dam was last inspected on February 24, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.