Wet Creek Farm Pond Dam

Wet Creek· Moore, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Wet Creek Farm Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage65 acre-ft
Normal Storage46 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
NID IDNC05239

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: No
Last Inspection: June 15, 2022
State Regulated: No

Ownership

N.G. Purvis Farms, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wet Creek Farm Pond Dam?

Wet Creek Farm Pond 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 Wet Creek Farm Pond Dam?

Wet Creek Farm Pond Dam is owned by N.G. Purvis Farms, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wet Creek Farm Pond Dam?

Wet Creek Farm Pond 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 Wet Creek Farm Pond Dam last inspected?

Wet Creek Farm Pond Dam was last inspected on June 15, 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.