Dunnaway Lake Dam, also known as Long Lake Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Raleigh, North Carolina, along Turkey Creek.
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Constructed in 1957 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet, with a hydraulic height of 24 feet, and a length of 406 feet. The dam serves primarily for flood risk reduction, with additional purposes including recreational activities. It has a storage capacity of 290 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 20 acres and draining a 659-acre watershed.
Despite its satisfactory condition assessment as of February 2019, Dunnaway Lake Dam poses a high hazard potential, given its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. The dam is state-regulated by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program, with regular inspections and enforcement measures in place to ensure public safety. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam is considered to have a manageable level of risk, although there are no specific risk management measures or emergency action plans currently in place. As an essential infrastructure for flood protection in the area, Dunnaway Lake Dam remains a key feature in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Wake County.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
406 |
River Or Stream |
Turkey Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
659 |
Nid Storage |
290 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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William B. Umstead State Park
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Durant Nature Park
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Rolling View - Falls Lake
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Blue Heron Campground
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Osprey Nest Campground
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Bootleg Point Campground
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