Neuse River Ww Treatment Plant Equalization Basin Dam

Neuse River· Wake, North Carolina· Built 2006· Earth·
High Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Neuse River Ww Treatment Plant Equalization Basin Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 Length700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage114 acre-ft
Normal Storage104 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area8 sq mi
Max Discharge584 cfs
Year Completed2006 (20 years old)
NID IDNC05686

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: February 24, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

City of Raleigh Public Utilities Department

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Neuse River Ww Treatment Plant Equalization Basin Dam?

Neuse River Ww Treatment Plant Equalization Basin 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 Neuse River Ww Treatment Plant Equalization Basin Dam?

Neuse River Ww Treatment Plant Equalization Basin Dam is owned by City of Raleigh Public Utilities Department (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Neuse River Ww Treatment Plant Equalization Basin Dam built?

Neuse River Ww Treatment Plant Equalization Basin Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Neuse River Ww Treatment Plant Equalization Basin Dam?

Neuse River Ww Treatment Plant Equalization Basin Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Neuse River Ww Treatment Plant Equalization Basin Dam last inspected?

Neuse River Ww Treatment Plant Equalization Basin Dam was last inspected on February 24, 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.