Shearon Harris Auxiliary Reservoir Dam

Wake County, North Carolina (near NEW HILL)

River/Stream: TOM JACK CREEK

Low Hazard

Failure would cause minimal damage

Key Facts

Dam Type
Rockfill
Height
55 ft
Dam Length
3,900 ft
Reservoir Storage
7,200 acre-ft
Year Completed
1979
Primary Purpose
Other
Owner Type
Public Utility
Max Discharge
5,030 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2023-06-05

Hazard Classification: Low — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Satisfactory — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
NC83102
State
North Carolina (NC)
Coordinates
35.62970, -78.97670
Age
47 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.