Jewell Acres Dam, located in Riceville, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure regulated by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program.
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The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a hydraulic height of 17.6 feet and a structural height of 21 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 14 acre-feet and a drainage area of 154 square miles, the dam provides essential water resources for the surrounding area.
Although the dam is classified as having a high hazard potential, its condition assessment as of May 2019 was satisfactory. Regular inspections are conducted every two years to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. While there are no associated structures or outlet gates, the dam's significance lies in its role in providing recreational opportunities and contributing to the overall water resource management in the region. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Jewell Acres Dam to be an interesting case study in private dam ownership and regulatory oversight in North Carolina.
Dam Length |
540 |
River Or Stream |
Bull Branch-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
17.6 |
Drainage Area |
154 |
Nid Storage |
14 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
21 |
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Campfire Lodgings
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Windy Gap - A Young Life Camp
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firefighter island campsite
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