Pinehurst Unit 15 Dam

Joe's Fork Creek· Moore, North Carolina· Built 1979· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Pinehurst Unit 15 Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage112 acre-ft
Normal Storage88 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area442 sq mi
Year Completed1979 (47 years old)
Year Modified2008
NID IDNC03578

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: January 5, 2022
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 Unit 15 Dam?

Pinehurst Unit 15 Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Pinehurst Unit 15 Dam?

Pinehurst Unit 15 Dam is owned by Pinehurst Resort and Country Club, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pinehurst Unit 15 Dam built?

Pinehurst Unit 15 Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Pinehurst Unit 15 Dam?

Pinehurst Unit 15 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 Pinehurst Unit 15 Dam last inspected?

Pinehurst Unit 15 Dam was last inspected on January 5, 2022. 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.