Williams Lake Dam #1, located in Alma, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam built in 1953 with a primary purpose of irrigation.
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Standing at a hydraulic height of 16 feet and a structural height of 20 feet, this dam spans 600 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 77 acre-feet. While the dam is rated as having a low hazard potential, its condition was assessed as fair during the last inspection in 2012.
The dam, situated on Drowning Creek-Os, is not regulated by the state and does not require permitting for operation. Despite its age, Williams Lake Dam #1 is equipped with outlet gates and has a maximum discharge capacity of 50 cubic feet per second. Although it serves primarily for irrigation, the dam also offers recreational opportunities in the area. With its picturesque surroundings and historical significance, Williams Lake Dam #1 is a vital water resource for the community and a notable landmark in Moore County.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
600 |
River Or Stream |
Drowning Creek-Os |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
77 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Little River Near Star
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16cfs |
Drowning Creek Near Hoffman
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181cfs |
Pee Dee R Nr Rockingham
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1830cfs |
Rocky River Near Norwood
|
305cfs |
Flat Creek Near Inverness
|
7cfs |
Tick Creek Near Mount Vernon Springs
|
4cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Camp Reeves
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Loblolly Campsite
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Camp Durant
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Sweetgum Campsite
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Hickory Campsite
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