Mccrary Lake Dam, located in Farmer, North Carolina, serves as a vital water supply source for the region, with a capacity of 96 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 80 acre-feet.
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The dam, completed in 1930, stands at a height of 15 feet and spans 444 feet in length, impounding Cedar Fork Creek-Tr. With a drainage area of 566 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the area.
Despite its age, Mccrary Lake Dam has been regularly inspected and found to be in fair condition as of the last assessment in November 2019. Classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam undergoes inspections every two years to ensure its structural integrity and safety standards are met. The dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring this essential infrastructure for water resource management in the region.
With the potential for significant impacts on water supply and flood control, the maintenance and monitoring of Mccrary Lake Dam serve as crucial components in ensuring the safety and reliability of the water supply infrastructure in Randolph County. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water resource management, maintaining the integrity of dams like Mccrary Lake Dam becomes increasingly important in sustaining water availability and resilience in the face of changing climate patterns.
Year Completed |
1930 |
Dam Length |
444 |
River Or Stream |
Cedar Fork Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
566 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
15 |