Located in Forest City, North Carolina, the Isothermal College Dam is a state-regulated earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Built in 1969 by the USDA NRCS, this dam on Bracketts Creek stands at a structural height of 30.5 feet, with a hydraulic height of 25 feet. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 65 acre-feet, providing a surface area of 15 acres for recreational activities.
Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk level (3) and is inspected biennially by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1600 cubic feet per second. The surrounding area offers opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy water-based activities and scenic views, making it a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts in Rutherford County, North Carolina.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
876 |
River Or Stream |
Bracketts Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
104 |
Structural Height |
30.5 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
Second Broad River Nr Logan
|
64cfs |
Cove Creek Near Lake Lure
|
64cfs |
Broad River Near Boiling Springs
|
623cfs |
North Pacolet River At Fingerville
|
113cfs |
Pacolet River Near Fingerville
|
106cfs |
First Broad River Near Casar
|
53cfs |