White Oak Farms Dam

White Oak Creek· Johnston, North Carolina· Earth·

Key Takeaway

White Oak Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage72 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area87 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNC03254

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: January 19, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Forestar (USA) Real Estate Group, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of White Oak Farms Dam?

White Oak Farms 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 White Oak Farms Dam?

White Oak Farms Dam is owned by Forestar (USA) Real Estate Group, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of White Oak Farms Dam?

White Oak Farms Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was White Oak Farms Dam last inspected?

White Oak Farms Dam was last inspected on January 19, 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.