Capelsie Lake Dam, located in Capelsie, North Carolina, is a privately owned concrete dam constructed in 1889 on the Little River.
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With a hydraulic height of 15 feet and a structural height of 15 feet, the dam has a capacity to store 144 acre-feet of water, with a normal storage level of 120 acre-feet. The dam spans 335 feet in length and covers a surface area of 30 acres, serving the purpose of water resource management.
Although not state regulated, Capelsie Lake Dam is inspected periodically by the state to ensure its fair condition and low hazard potential. The last inspection was conducted in May 2013, with a satisfactory assessment. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment details are currently unavailable, but it meets guidelines for safe operation. Despite its age, the dam remains a vital structure for water storage and management in the region, contributing to the overall health of the Little River watershed.
Overall, Capelsie Lake Dam stands as a historic yet functional infrastructure in the water resource management system of Montgomery County, North Carolina. With its low hazard potential and fair condition, the dam continues to serve its primary purpose efficiently. As climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor the upkeep and safety of such dams to ensure the sustainable management of water resources amidst changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1889 |
Dam Length |
335 |
River Or Stream |
Little River |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
30 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
112000 |
Nid Storage |
144 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Little River Near Star
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16cfs |
Rocky River Near Norwood
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305cfs |
Pee Dee R Nr Rockingham
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1830cfs |
Drowning Creek Near Hoffman
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181cfs |
Deep River At Ramseur
|
84cfs |
Tick Creek Near Mount Vernon Springs
|
4cfs |
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Yates Place Camp
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East Morris Mountain
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Woodrun
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West Morris Mtn.
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West Morris Mtn. Campground
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Uwharrie Hunt Camp
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