Beaver Creek Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Oak Forest Dam Circle R Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 10, 2025
Beaver Creek Dam, located in Franklin, North Carolina, is a private-owned structure built in 1986 primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam, of Earth type, stands at a structural height of 34.2 feet with a hydraulic height of 32 feet, impounding Billys Creek and providing a storage capacity of 396 acre-feet. With a surface area of 24 acres and covering a drainage area of 999 acres, the dam serves as a crucial water resource for the region.
Maintained by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, Beaver Creek Dam has a low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in 2018. Its emergency action plan status and risk assessment information, however, are currently unavailable. The dam's inspection frequency is set at 5 years, ensuring its structural integrity and safety for the surrounding community, while the presence of emergency contacts and inundation maps remains to be updated.
As a key feature in the local landscape, Beaver Creek Dam not only offers recreational opportunities but also contributes to water supply and management in the area. Its strategic location and importance for both the environment and community make it a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in sustainable development and management of water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1986 |
Dam Length |
600 |
River Or Stream |
Billys Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
999 |
Nid Storage |
396 |
Structural Height |
34.2 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
34 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Beaver Creek Dam