Black Mountain Reservoir Dam, located in Black Mountain, North Carolina, stands as a vital structure for water supply purposes, owned by the local government and regulated by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program.
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This earth dam, with a hydraulic height of 42.8 feet and a structural height of 45.5 feet, serves the Swannanoa River-Trib with a storage capacity of 56 acre-feet and a drainage area of 282 square miles. The dam boasts a surface area of 3.1 acres and a maximum discharge of 350 cubic feet per second, ensuring a steady water supply to the surrounding area.
Despite its high hazard potential, the dam is in satisfactory condition, as per the last inspection in March 2019, with an inspection frequency of 2 years. The Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status and risk assessment for the dam remain unspecified. With its crucial role in providing water to the region and its significant size and capacity, Black Mountain Reservoir Dam serves as a key infrastructure for water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the area, highlighting the importance of maintaining its safety and structural integrity for the community's well-being and water security.
Dam Length |
350 |
River Or Stream |
Swannanoa River-Trib |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
42.8 |
Drainage Area |
282 |
Nid Storage |
56 |
Structural Height |
45.5 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
46 |
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