Hunt Lake Dam, located in Worthville, North Carolina, was completed in 1962 and is primarily used for recreation.
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The dam, designed by USDA NRCS, is an earth dam with a stone core and soil foundation. With a hydraulic height of 14 feet and a structural height of 20 feet, it holds a normal storage capacity of 84 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 15 acres. The dam is situated on Polecat Creek-Tr and is under the jurisdiction of the Wilmington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite being privately owned, Hunt Lake Dam is inspected by the state and was last assessed in 2014, with a satisfactory condition rating and low hazard potential. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a maximum discharge capacity of 198 cubic feet per second. While it is not regulated by the state and does not require permitting, the dam serves as a vital recreational area for the local community. The risk assessment for Hunt Lake Dam indicates a moderate risk level, with a DSAC assigned date and no specific risk management measures outlined as of yet.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
300 |
River Or Stream |
Polecat Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Drainage Area |
150 |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |