Earle Brevort Dam

Lowery Creek· Wake, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Earle Brevort Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage100 acre-ft
Normal Storage82 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area999 sq mi
Max Discharge999 cfs
NID IDNC01653

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 11, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Waterstone Reserve Homeowners Association, Inc.

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Earle Brevort Dam?

Earle Brevort Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Earle Brevort Dam?

Earle Brevort Dam is owned by Waterstone Reserve Homeowners Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Earle Brevort Dam?

Earle Brevort Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Earle Brevort Dam last inspected?

Earle Brevort Dam was last inspected on January 11, 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.