Allens Pond Dam, located in Greenville, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS for irrigation purposes.
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Completed in 1959, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 16.28 feet and a structural height of 22.1 feet, with a length of 600 feet. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 286 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 343 acre-feet, serving the Lawrence Run-Tr river or stream for irrigation and recreation.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Allens Pond Dam is in fair condition as of its last inspection in 2008. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with uncontrolled outlet gates. Its risk assessment is moderate, with no designated emergency action plan or inundation maps prepared. The dam is not state regulated, inspected yearly, or subject to state enforcement, but it is located within the Wilmington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Allens Pond Dam a notable structure for its role in supporting local irrigation needs and recreational activities along the Lawrence Run-Tr river or stream. With a focus on water management and hazard mitigation, ongoing assessments and potential risk management measures could further enhance the safety and sustainability of this important infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
600 |
River Or Stream |
Lawrence Run-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Hydraulic Height |
16.28 |
Nid Storage |
343 |
Structural Height |
22.1 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |
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