Walker Dam, located in Altamahaw Ossipec, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1980.
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The dam serves primarily for irrigation purposes, but also benefits fish and wildlife ponds, recreation, and water storage. Standing at a height of 27 feet and a length of 464 feet, Walker Dam has a storage capacity of 29 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.09 square miles.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam lacks updated condition assessment data and emergency preparedness measures. The spillway, categorized as uncontrolled, has a width of 32 feet and can discharge up to 287 cubic feet of water per second. The dam's construction and design were overseen by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, with no federal funding or agency ownership involved in its operation or maintenance.
Walker Dam represents a vital resource for water management and conservation in the area, facilitating irrigation and supporting local ecosystems. As a significant infrastructure project with a history dating back to the 1980s, the dam's condition and emergency response readiness require further evaluation to ensure the safety and sustainability of its operations in the face of potential climate challenges and water resource management needs.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
464 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
Tr- Troublesome Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
0.09 |
Nid Storage |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |