Harnett County Raw Water Reservoir Dam

Cape Fear River· Harnett, North Carolina· Built 1997· Earth·
High Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Harnett County Raw Water Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 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 TypeEarth
Max Storage6 acre-ft
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)
NID IDNC05296

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: October 21, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Harnett Regional Water

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Harnett County Raw Water Reservoir Dam?

Harnett County Raw Water Reservoir 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 Harnett County Raw Water Reservoir Dam?

Harnett County Raw Water Reservoir Dam is owned by Harnett Regional Water (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Harnett County Raw Water Reservoir Dam built?

Harnett County Raw Water Reservoir Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Harnett County Raw Water Reservoir Dam?

Harnett County Raw Water Reservoir 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 Harnett County Raw Water Reservoir Dam last inspected?

Harnett County Raw Water Reservoir Dam was last inspected on October 21, 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.