Burkhead Lake Dam #1, located in Alma, Montgomery County, North Carolina, serves as an essential structure for irrigation purposes along Drowning Creek-Os.
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Built in 1955, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 20 feet with a hydraulic height of 16 feet. With a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet, it covers a surface area of 6 acres and boasts a normal storage level of 56 acre-feet. The dam has a low hazard potential and was last assessed to be in fair condition in 2013.
Managed by a private entity, Burkhead Lake Dam #1 undergoes regular state inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam does not fall under state regulation or jurisdiction, but it is equipped with outlet gates and has a maximum discharge capacity of 82 cubic feet per second. Despite its age, the dam has not undergone any significant modifications over the years and does not currently have an Emergency Action Plan in place. With its strategic location and historical significance in the region's irrigation infrastructure, Burkhead Lake Dam #1 remains a vital asset for water resource management in the area.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
570 |
River Or Stream |
Drowning Creek-Os |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
67 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Little River Near Star
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16cfs |
Drowning Creek Near Hoffman
|
181cfs |
Pee Dee R Nr Rockingham
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1830cfs |
Rocky River Near Norwood
|
305cfs |
Deep River At Ramseur
|
84cfs |
Tick Creek Near Mount Vernon Springs
|
4cfs |
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Camp Reeves
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Loblolly Campsite
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Camp Durant
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Sweetgum Campsite
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Hickory Campsite
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