Dix Hill Conf Center Lake Dam, located in Wake County, North Carolina, is a state-owned earth dam that was completed in 1948 for the primary purpose of irrigation.
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Situated on the Swift Creek-Tr River, this dam has a hydraulic height of 18 feet and a structural height of 25 feet, with a length of 390 feet. It provides a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 50 acre-feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 152 cubic feet per second.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is currently in poor condition, as assessed in January 2019. The inspection frequency for this dam is every 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in January 2019. With an outdated emergency action plan and no risk assessment or management measures in place, there are concerns about the effectiveness of response in case of an emergency. Water resource and climate enthusiasts should be aware of the need for regular maintenance and updates to ensure the safety and functionality of this important water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
390 |
River Or Stream |
Swift Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
205 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |