Debary Millpond Dam, located in Murfreesboro, North Carolina, was completed in 1920 and stands as a recreational earth dam along the Corduroy Swamp.
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With a hydraulic height of 8 feet and a structural height of 13 feet, this dam provides a tranquil setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as fishing and boating on the 150-acre surface area. The dam has a significant hazard potential, although its condition assessment is currently not rated.
Although the dam has not been inspected since May 1993, it is still in operation and maintained by private owners. The dam offers a maximum storage capacity of 322 acre-feet and a normal storage of 269 acre-feet, making it a crucial water resource in the area. Despite not being state-regulated or permitted, the dam continues to serve its primary purpose of recreation for the local community. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Debary Millpond Dam represents a historic and picturesque landmark in North Carolina, blending nature with human-made infrastructure in a harmonious way.
Year Completed |
1920 |
Dam Length |
1527 |
River Or Stream |
Corduroy Swamp |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
150 |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
322 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
13 |
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