Camp Kanata Lake Dam #1, located in Wake County, North Carolina, is a privately-owned earth dam that serves primarily for recreational purposes along Mud Branch.
Wind
Humidity
The dam has a hydraulic height of 25 feet and a structural height of 30 feet, with a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 60 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam is in fair condition and has a low hazard potential, making it a safe and well-maintained structure.
The dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) Dam Safety Program, ensuring that it meets state inspection, enforcement, and permitting requirements. It has been inspected as recently as November 2018 and is subject to regular inspections every five years. In case of an emergency, the dam's owners are responsible for emergency action planning, although specific details on the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and risk assessment measures are not currently available. Overall, Camp Kanata Lake Dam #1 stands as a testament to responsible water resource management and climate resilience in the region, providing a safe environment for recreational activities while adhering to state regulations and safety standards.
Dam Length |
240 |
River Or Stream |
Mud Branch |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
75 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Shoreline Campground
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Overlook Campground
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Shortleaf Pine Campground
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Bootleg Point Campground
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Osprey Nest Campground
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Two Oaks Campground
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