Table Rock Fish Hatchery Dam, located in Morganton, North Carolina, serves as a critical structure for fish and wildlife preservation along the Irish Creek.
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Built in 1947, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 18.5 feet and a structural height of 22.8 feet, with a length of 245 feet. The dam has a significant hazard potential and is currently assessed to be in fair condition as of May 2013.
With a storage capacity of 33 acre-feet, the Table Rock Fish Hatchery Dam plays a crucial role in maintaining a normal storage level of 20 acre-feet for the surrounding area. The dam covers a surface area of 3 acres and drains from a large watershed with a drainage area of 2886 square miles. Despite being state-inspected, the dam is not regulated by the state and lacks state permitting and enforcement.
Although lacking in some state regulatory oversight, the Table Rock Fish Hatchery Dam remains an essential structure for fish and wildlife management in the region. Its strategic location and purpose make it a key component in the conservation efforts along Irish Creek, contributing to the overall ecological balance and biodiversity of the area.
Year Completed |
1947 |
Dam Length |
245 |
River Or Stream |
Irish Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
18.5 |
Drainage Area |
2886 |
Nid Storage |
33 |
Structural Height |
22.8 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
23 |
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