Johnson Lake Dam #4, located in Northampton County, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1950 primarily for irrigation purposes.
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The dam has a hydraulic height of 7 feet and a structural height of 9 feet, creating a reservoir with a NID storage capacity of 101 acre-feet. It is situated on the Occoneechee Swamp, with a maximum discharge of 3 cubic feet per second.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Johnson Lake Dam #4 has not been assessed for its current condition. The last inspection was conducted in August 1976, and its emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and inundation maps remain unprepared or updated. The dam is not regulated by the state and has not been modified over the years, with no associated structures or outlet gates.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Johnson Lake Dam #4 to be an intriguing example of a privately owned irrigation structure in North Carolina. With limited information available about its current condition and emergency preparedness, there is potential for further study and monitoring to ensure the safety and efficiency of this dam in managing water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
300 |
River Or Stream |
Occoneechee Swamp |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
7 |
Nid Storage |
101 |
Structural Height |
9 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
9 |
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