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Huske Lock and Dam, located on the Cape Fear River in North Carolina, was completed in 1935 by the US Army Corps of Engineers. This concrete dam serves primarily for navigation purposes, with a multi-arch design and a hydraulic height of 22 feet. The dam has a length of 315 feet and a storage capacity of 2000 acre-feet, with a surface area of 650 acres and a drainage area of 4852 square miles.
Although the dam has a low hazard potential, it still poses flood risks that are managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers through continuous monitoring, maintenance, and engagement with local emergency managers and the public. The dam does not have a spillway, but water may be released to manage water levels or relieve pressure on the structure. The emergency action plan is regularly updated, and risk management measures are in place to ensure the dam's safety and functionality in case of severe weather events or other emergencies.
Overall, William O. Huske Lock and Dam plays a crucial role in the management of water resources in the region, maintaining both navigation and recreational opportunities while addressing potential flood risks through proactive risk management strategies. As a key infrastructure owned and operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers, the dam exemplifies the importance of maintaining and monitoring critical water resources for the benefit of both the environment and the local community.
Year Completed |
1935 |
Dam Length |
315 |
River Or Stream |
CAPE FEAR RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
650 |
Length Of Locks |
300 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
4852 |
Nid Storage |
2000 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |
Cape Fear R At Wilm O Huske Lock Nr Tarheel
|
1860cfs |
Big Swamp Nr Tarheel
|
125cfs |
Lumber River At Lumberton
|
514cfs |
Rockfish Creek At Raeford
|
104cfs |
Little River At Manchester
|
263cfs |
Lumber River At Boardman
|
814cfs |