New Hope Trails Dam, located in Chatham, North Carolina, is a privately-owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Constructed in 1988, this earth-type dam stands at a structural height of 30 feet and has a hydraulic height of 25 feet. With a dam length of 580 feet and a storage capacity of 12 acre-feet, the dam encompasses the B. Everette Jordan Lake-Tr river/stream.
Despite being classified as having significant hazard potential, the dam's condition was assessed as satisfactory during the last inspection in September 2018. While not regulated by the state, the dam is subject to periodic inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. With its strategic location and purposeful design, New Hope Trails Dam remains a vital component in the local water resource management system, providing both recreational opportunities and essential flood control measures for the area.
Year Completed |
1988 |
Dam Length |
580 |
River Or Stream |
B. Everette Jordan Lake-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
12 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
30 |
Haw River Near Bynum
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259cfs |
Deep River At Moncure
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240cfs |
White Oak Cr At Mouth Near Green Level
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6cfs |
Morgan Creek Near Chapel Hill
|
23cfs |
New Hope Creek Near Blands
|
26cfs |
Buckhorn Creek Nr Corinth
|
49cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Parkers Creek State Rec Area - Jordan Lake
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Poplar Point State Rec Area - Jordan Lake
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Crosswinds State Rec Area - Jordan Lake
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