Maples Fishing Pond Dam in Earl Station, North Carolina, is a privately owned dam constructed in 1960 for recreational purposes on Beason Creek.
Wind
Humidity
With a hydraulic height of 13 feet and a structural height of 16 feet, the dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 52 acre-feet, providing a surface area of 8 acres for fishing enthusiasts to enjoy. The dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Dam Safety Program, ensuring that it meets state inspection and enforcement standards.
Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam's condition is assessed as fair, with the last inspection conducted in December 2020. The Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status and risk assessment for the dam are currently unspecified, indicating a potential area for improvement in emergency preparedness. With its proximity to the Wilmington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers and oversight by state regulatory agencies, Maples Fishing Pond Dam serves as an essential water resource for the community while also highlighting the importance of maintaining dam safety and management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
127 |
River Or Stream |
Beason Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
52 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
16 |
Long Creek Near Bessemer City
|
13cfs |
Broad River Near Blacksburg
|
569cfs |
Broad River Near Gaffney
|
1890cfs |
Broad River Below Cherokee Falls
|
900cfs |
Indian Creek Near Laboratory
|
608cfs |
Broad River Near Boiling Springs
|
623cfs |