Thagards Lake Dam, located in Lakeview, North Carolina, was completed in 1964 and serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
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The concrete dam stands at a structural height of 21 feet and a hydraulic height of 17 feet, with a length of 610 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 2505 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 1335 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 211 acres and draining an area of 42,140 acres from the Little River.
Despite its recreational purpose, Thagards Lake Dam poses a high hazard potential with a poor condition assessment as of February 2020. The dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, which conducts regular inspections and enforces compliance with state regulations. With the dam's high hazard potential, there is a need for continuous risk assessment and management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and the structure itself.
Local government is the primary owner of Thagards Lake Dam, and it is subject to state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. As a gravity dam with earth and concrete components, the dam represents a significant infrastructure for water management in the region. The presence of the dam on the Little River creates opportunities for recreation while also highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring to mitigate potential risks associated with its condition and hazard potential.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
610 |
River Or Stream |
Little River |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
211 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Drainage Area |
42140 |
Nid Storage |
2505 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
21 |
Flat Creek Near Inverness
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7cfs |
Drowning Creek Near Hoffman
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181cfs |
Rockfish Creek At Raeford
|
104cfs |
Little River At Manchester
|
263cfs |
Tick Creek Near Mount Vernon Springs
|
4cfs |
Little River Near Star
|
16cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Hickory Campsite
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Sweetgum Campsite
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Loblolly Campsite
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Camp Durant
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