John Painter Dam, located in Guilford County, North Carolina, is a private earth dam that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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With a hydraulic height of 10.2 feet and a structural height of 17.5 feet, this dam on Rock Creek-Tr provides a storage capacity of 56 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 33 acre-feet. Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected by the North Carolina Dam Safety Program to ensure public safety.
The dam, with a length of 525 feet and a surface area of 8 acres, was last inspected in November 2019 and is subject to biennial inspections. While it lacks certain features such as spillways and outlet gates, the dam remains crucial for recreational activities in the area. Situated within the Wilmington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, John Painter Dam is a key structure for water resource management and climate enthusiasts interested in the conservation and utilization of water resources in North Carolina.
As a privately owned dam in a state regulated and permitted setting, John Painter Dam showcases the importance of collaboration between dam owners, regulatory agencies, and local communities in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water infrastructure. With its picturesque location and vital role in providing recreational opportunities, this dam stands as a reminder of the intricate balance between water resource management and environmental stewardship in the face of changing climate patterns.
Dam Length |
525 |
River Or Stream |
Rock Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
10.2 |
Nid Storage |
56 |
Structural Height |
17.5 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
18 |