Shadow Lake Dam, located in Whispering Pines, North Carolina, stands as a pivotal structure along the Little River-Tr, serving as a recreational hub in the region.
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Built in 1967, this earth dam reaches a hydraulic height of 25 feet and a structural height of 29 feet, with a length of 650 feet and a storage capacity of 364 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is recreation, offering a surface area of 25.4 acres and normal storage of 257 acre-feet for visitors to enjoy.
Maintained by private owners, Shadow Lake Dam falls under state jurisdiction and regulation, with North Carolina's DEMLR Dam Safety Program overseeing permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Despite a fair condition assessment in 2016, the dam poses a low hazard potential. Emergency action plans are in place, with the last revision dating back to November 2019. With its picturesque setting and vital role in local water resource management, Shadow Lake Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of human engineering and environmental stewardship in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
650 |
River Or Stream |
Little River-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
25.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
696 |
Nid Storage |
364 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
29 |
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