Pcs Phosphate R-7 Blend Dike

Beaufort, North Carolina· Built 2007· Earth·
High Hazard Tailings Private

Key Takeaway

Pcs Phosphate R-7 Blend Dike is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is tailings. 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 Length20,319 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage40.9K acre-ft
Normal Storage16.4K acre-ft
Surface Area545 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed2007 (19 years old)
NID IDNC05642

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

Ownership

PCS Phosphate Company, Inc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pcs Phosphate R-7 Blend Dike?

Pcs Phosphate R-7 Blend Dike 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 Pcs Phosphate R-7 Blend Dike?

Pcs Phosphate R-7 Blend Dike is owned by PCS Phosphate Company, Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pcs Phosphate R-7 Blend Dike built?

Pcs Phosphate R-7 Blend Dike was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Pcs Phosphate R-7 Blend Dike?

Pcs Phosphate R-7 Blend Dike serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Pcs Phosphate R-7 Blend Dike last inspected?

Pcs Phosphate R-7 Blend Dike was last inspected on May 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.