Located in Buncombe, North Carolina, Bee Tree Lake Dam is a vital structure owned by the local government and regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program.
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Built in 1927, this earth dam stands at a height of 182 feet, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 2017 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 2800 acre-feet. The dam serves primarily as a water supply source for the surrounding area, drawing water from Bee Tree Creek and covering a surface area of 41 acres.
With a high hazard potential but a satisfactory condition assessment as of April 2019, Bee Tree Lake Dam is subject to regular inspections every two years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam's hydraulic height reaches 162.8 feet, with a dam length of 887 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 46,000 cubic feet per second. As an essential component of the local water infrastructure, Bee Tree Lake Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating the impacts of climate change in the region.
Year Completed |
1927 |
Dam Length |
887 |
River Or Stream |
Bee Tree Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
41 |
Hydraulic Height |
162.8 |
Drainage Area |
4877 |
Nid Storage |
2800 |
Structural Height |
182 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
182 |
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