The Piedmont Crescent Golf Course, located in Swepsonville, North Carolina, boasts a picturesque setting alongside the Haw River.
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This privately-owned recreational facility is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources Dam Safety Program. The dam at this site, completed in 1968, is an earth structure with a hydraulic height of 21 feet and a structural height of 28 feet, providing a storage capacity of 130 acre-feet for the surrounding area.
Despite its scenic beauty, the dam at Piedmont Crescent Golf Course presents a significant hazard potential with a poor condition assessment as of February 2021. The inspection frequency is set at every two years, indicating ongoing concerns about the structural integrity of the dam. With a history dating back over 50 years, there is a need for careful monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and the golf course itself. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find interest in the challenges and responsibilities associated with managing this recreational site in a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
540 |
River Or Stream |
Haw River -Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
130 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
28 |