Town Fork Creek Watershed Dam #2, located in Walnut Cove, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks in the area.
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Completed in 1970, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 36 feet with a hydraulic height of 21 feet, providing flood protection for the Lick Creek river/stream. The dam has a storage capacity of 584 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 34 acres, serving a drainage area of 3296 acres.
Despite being classified with a high hazard potential, Town Fork Creek Watershed Dam #2 is in fair condition, as assessed in May 2020. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates pose a moderate risk, with inspection frequency set at 2 times per year. The structure's Emergency Action Plan (EAP) was last revised in December 2015, and while the dam meets regulatory guidelines, there is room for improvement in terms of risk management measures. With its crucial role in flood risk reduction for the region, ongoing monitoring and maintenance of this dam are essential to ensure the safety and protection of the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
600 |
River Or Stream |
Lick Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
34 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
3296 |
Nid Storage |
584 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |
Dan R At Pine Hall
|
235cfs |
Reedy Fork Near Oak Ridge
|
10cfs |
Little Yadkin River At Dalton
|
16cfs |
Horsepen Creek At Us 220 Nr Greensboro
|
2cfs |
East Fork Deep River Near High Point
|
5cfs |
Yadkin River At Enon
|
1080cfs |