Johnson Dam in North Carolina, located in Avery County near the city of Spear, stands as a private water resource structure on Ashely Creek.
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With a primary purpose of recreation, this Earth-type dam boasts a hydraulic height of 24.3 feet and a structural height of 27 feet, providing a storage capacity of 18 acre-feet. The dam, standing at 155 feet in length, offers a surface area of 1.5 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy various activities such as boating, fishing, and wildlife observation.
Managed by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, Johnson Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and compliance with established standards. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's condition has been assessed as satisfactory during the last inspection in April 2016. With emergency action plans in place, Johnson Dam is equipped to handle any unforeseen events to protect the surrounding community and environment, though further risk assessments and management measures may be necessary to mitigate potential risks in the future. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate change will find Johnson Dam to be an intriguing structure that plays a vital role in providing recreational opportunities while being managed in a responsible and safe manner.
Dam Length |
155 |
River Or Stream |
Ashely Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
24.3 |
Nid Storage |
18 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
27 |
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