Cruse Dam, also known as Bear Creek W/S Dam #13, is a privately owned structure located in Lagrange, North Carolina.
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Built in 1966 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 12 feet and a structural height of 22 feet, with a length of 500 feet. The dam serves primarily for flood risk reduction, with additional purposes including recreation. It impounds the waters of the Little Marsh Run, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 130 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 246 acre-feet.
Despite not being state regulated, Cruse Dam has been inspected for safety, with the last recorded inspection taking place in February 2008. The dam is classified as having a significant hazard potential, with a moderate risk assessment. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the risk management measures and emergency preparedness plans for the dam are not explicitly stated in the data. Overall, Cruse Dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts, showcasing the intersection of private ownership, flood risk reduction, and recreational use in the management of a vital water structure.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
500 |
River Or Stream |
Little Marsh Run |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
1184 |
Nid Storage |
246 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |
Bear Creek At Mays Store
|
98cfs |
Nahunta Swamp Near Shine
|
57cfs |
Neuse River Near Goldsboro
|
1460cfs |
Contentnea Creek At Hookerton
|
466cfs |
Neuse River At Kinston
|
1090cfs |
Little River Near Princeton
|
84cfs |