Sherrill Pond Dam #2 (Upper) in North Carolina is a privately-owned structure located in Alleghany County, near the city of Whitehead.
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This earth dam on Waterfall Creek-Tr stands at a hydraulic height of 21 feet and a structural height of 25 feet, with a length of 200 feet. Its primary purpose is for recreation, offering a surface area of 1.8 acres and a normal storage capacity of 15 acre-feet.
Despite being non-state regulated, Sherrill Pond Dam #2 (Upper) has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in December 2013. The dam has not been modified in recent years and does not have a formal Emergency Action Plan in place. The surrounding area has a low risk profile, with no designated inundation maps or detailed risk assessment available.
This dam, part of the Wilmington District, US Army Corps of Engineers, represents an important recreational resource in the region. Its location in a picturesque setting along Waterfall Creek-Tr makes it a valuable spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to visit and appreciate.
Dam Length |
200 |
River Or Stream |
Waterfall Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
18 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
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67cfs |
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987cfs |
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423cfs |
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36cfs |
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| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Doughton Park - Blue Ridge Parkway
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Doughton Park Campground
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Miller's Campground
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Mountain Side Campground & Cabins
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Wild Woody’s Campground
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