Greenville Utilities Commision Dam

Tar River· Pitt, North Carolina· Built 1985· Earth·
High Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Greenville Utilities Commision Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 Length2,600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage184 acre-ft
Normal Storage95 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Year Completed1985 (41 years old)
NID IDNC03696

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: Yes
Last Inspection: January 15, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Greenville Utilities Commission

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Greenville Utilities Commision Dam?

Greenville Utilities Commision 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 Greenville Utilities Commision Dam?

Greenville Utilities Commision Dam is owned by Greenville Utilities Commission (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Greenville Utilities Commision Dam built?

Greenville Utilities Commision Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Greenville Utilities Commision Dam?

Greenville Utilities Commision Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Greenville Utilities Commision Dam last inspected?

Greenville Utilities Commision Dam was last inspected on January 15, 2021. 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.