Pinehurst Gc #6 Dam #2

Nick's Creek· Moore, North Carolina· Earth·
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Pinehurst Gc #6 Dam #2 is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation. 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 Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage38 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area410 sq mi
NID IDNC03580

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: January 27, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Pinehurst Resort and Country Club, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pinehurst Gc #6 Dam #2?

Pinehurst Gc #6 Dam #2 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 Pinehurst Gc #6 Dam #2?

Pinehurst Gc #6 Dam #2 is owned by Pinehurst Resort and Country Club, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Pinehurst Gc #6 Dam #2?

Pinehurst Gc #6 Dam #2 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 Pinehurst Gc #6 Dam #2 last inspected?

Pinehurst Gc #6 Dam #2 was last inspected on January 27, 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.