Pine Forest Dam

Richland Creek· Wake, North Carolina· Earth·
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Pine Forest Dam is classified as significant hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage47 acre-ft
Normal Storage29 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
NID IDNC04566

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: No
Last Inspection: April 2, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Citadel Pine Forest Memorial Gardens, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pine Forest Dam?

Pine Forest 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 Pine Forest Dam?

Pine Forest Dam is owned by Citadel Pine Forest Memorial Gardens, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Pine Forest Dam?

Pine Forest Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Pine Forest Dam last inspected?

Pine Forest Dam was last inspected on April 2, 2014. 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.