Johnson Lake Dam, located in Lee, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure that serves the primary purpose of recreation.
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This earth dam, with a hydraulic height of 30 feet and a length of 570 feet, impounds Fall Creek-Tr and has a storage capacity of 132 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
The dam has a significant hazard potential and has been assessed to be in fair condition as of the last inspection in January 2021. While no major modifications or risk management measures have been reported, the dam is equipped with emergency action plans. Johnson Lake Dam provides a valuable recreational resource to the local community, offering a surface area of 11 acres for activities such as boating and fishing. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Johnson Lake Dam to be an intriguing site due to its unique characteristics and regulatory oversight.
Dam Length |
570 |
River Or Stream |
Fall Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
100 |
Nid Storage |
132 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
30 |
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