The Furnitureland South Dam, also known as Harris Operations, is a private dam located in Guilford County, North Carolina, near the city of Jamestown.
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Completed in 1994, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 34.6 feet and has a hydraulic height of 29 feet, serving primarily for recreational purposes. Situated on a tributary of the Deep River, the dam has a normal storage capacity of 9.6 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 19.1 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 2 acres.
Despite being classified as having low hazard potential, the Furnitureland South Dam is regularly inspected and deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of 2014. With no state regulation or permitting required, this dam continues to serve as a recreational resource for the local community. Owned privately, this dam offers a serene and picturesque setting for visitors to enjoy various water activities while also contributing to the overall water resource management in the area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Furnitureland South Dam represents a harmonious blend of human ingenuity and natural beauty in Guilford County.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Length |
255 |
River Or Stream |
Trib. Deep River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Drainage Area |
40 |
Nid Storage |
19.1 |
Structural Height |
34.6 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
35 |