Located in Chatham, North Carolina, The Peninsula At Amberly Dam, also known as Lilly Yates Pond Dam, serves as a crucial water resource for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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This private Earth dam stands at a structural height of 24 feet with a hydraulic height of 16 feet, providing a storage capacity of 44 acre-feet to cater to the needs of the surrounding area. The dam, situated on Panther Creek, covers a surface area of 4 acres and has a drainage area of 61 square miles.
Despite being privately owned and not regulated by the state, The Peninsula At Amberly Dam poses a significant hazard potential, as indicated by its condition assessment of satisfactory during the last inspection in 2012. The dam's primary purpose extends to recreation, making it a valuable asset for both water resource management and outdoor leisure activities in the region. With its strategic location and vital functions, this dam stands as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and climate adaptation efforts in North Carolina's dynamic landscape.
Dam Length |
300 |
River Or Stream |
Panther Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
61 |
Nid Storage |
44 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
24 |