Infinity Road Raw Water Reservoir Dam

Cabin Branch· Durham, North Carolina· Built 1978· Earth·
Significant Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Infinity Road Raw Water Reservoir Dam is classified as significant hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage200 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDNC01667

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 1, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

City of Durham Department of Water Management

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Infinity Road Raw Water Reservoir Dam?

Infinity Road Raw Water Reservoir Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Infinity Road Raw Water Reservoir Dam?

Infinity Road Raw Water Reservoir Dam is owned by City of Durham Department of Water Management (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Infinity Road Raw Water Reservoir Dam built?

Infinity Road Raw Water Reservoir Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Infinity Road Raw Water Reservoir Dam?

Infinity Road 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 Infinity Road Raw Water Reservoir Dam last inspected?

Infinity Road Raw Water Reservoir Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2019. 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.