Eury Dam, located on the Little River in Montgomery, North Carolina, is a historic structure completed in 1916 for hydroelectric purposes.
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This gravity dam stands at 48 feet in height with a length of 450 feet, providing a storage capacity of 620 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 6072 cubic feet per second. The dam is primarily regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its operational integrity.
With a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Eury Dam is considered to be in satisfactory condition, although specific details on its current state are not readily available. Emergency action plans have been prepared and revised, meeting established guidelines for risk management. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and a single slide gate outlet, contributing to its efficient water flow management in response to varying water levels. Overall, Eury Dam serves as a significant component of the local water resource infrastructure, reflecting a balance between energy production and environmental conservation in the region.
Year Completed |
1916 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
48 |
River Or Stream |
Little River |
Surface Area |
28 |
Hydraulic Height |
48 |
Drainage Area |
243 |
Nid Storage |
620 |
Structural Height |
45 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
48 |
Little River Near Star
|
16cfs |
Rocky River Near Norwood
|
305cfs |
Pee Dee R Nr Rockingham
|
1830cfs |
Drowning Creek Near Hoffman
|
181cfs |
Rocky River Nr Stanfield
|
173cfs |
Deep River At Ramseur
|
84cfs |