The Fraternal Order of Eagles dam in Forest City, North Carolina, is a recreational structure designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by NCDEQ's Dam Safety Program.
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Completed in 1945, this Earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 26.1 feet and a structural height of 31 feet, with a length of 575 feet and a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 320 acres and a spillway type classified as uncontrolled, the dam poses a significant hazard potential but is currently assessed to be in fair condition.
Located on Bracketts Creek-Tr, this dam is managed for recreational purposes and serves as an important site for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region. The dam's operation and maintenance fall under the responsibility of private ownership, with state agencies overseeing permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Despite moderate risk assessment, the Fraternal Order of Eagles dam continues to provide valuable recreational opportunities while being subject to ongoing regulatory oversight to ensure public safety and environmental protection.
Year Completed |
1945 |
Dam Length |
575 |
River Or Stream |
Bracketts Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
26.1 |
Drainage Area |
320 |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
Second Broad River Nr Logan
|
64cfs |
Cove Creek Near Lake Lure
|
64cfs |
Broad River Near Boiling Springs
|
623cfs |
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|
53cfs |
North Pacolet River At Fingerville
|
113cfs |
Pacolet River Near Fingerville
|
106cfs |