Lockville, also known as Blacknell, is a privately owned hydroelectric dam located in Chatham, North Carolina.
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Completed in 1922, this gravity dam stands at 13 feet tall and stretches 900 feet in length, controlling the flow of the Deep River. With a storage capacity of 400 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 14,400 cubic feet per second, Lockville plays a crucial role in water resource management and energy production in the region.
Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Lockville has a low hazard potential and is inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 600 feet and an outlet gate for water release. Despite its age, Lockville continues to operate efficiently, contributing to the region's water supply and renewable energy generation efforts.
Enthusiasts interested in water resources and climate will find Lockville's historical significance and technological features intriguing. This masonry dam, with a multi-arch core and rock foundation, showcases the ingenuity of early 20th-century engineering. As efforts to mitigate climate change and promote sustainable practices continue, Lockville stands as a symbol of the intersection between water management, renewable energy, and environmental stewardship in North Carolina.
Year Completed |
1922 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
Deep River |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
50 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Drainage Area |
1420 |
Nid Storage |
400 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
13 |