Gary Davis Dam, located in Lincoln, North Carolina, along Jacob Fork Creek, was completed in 1987 by the USDA NRCS for private irrigation purposes.
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The earth dam stands at a structural height of 30.9 feet with a hydraulic height of 27 feet, providing a storage capacity of 49 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 114 cubic feet per second. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and it has a low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating.
Although the dam is not state regulated or permitted, it is inspected regularly with the last assessment conducted in October 2018. The dam's condition remains unrated, and it does not have an emergency action plan in place. Despite these factors, the dam serves as a vital resource for irrigation in the area and contributes to recreation activities. With its picturesque location and functional design, Gary Davis Dam is a noteworthy structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and study in North Carolina.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
405 |
River Or Stream |
Jacob Fork Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
98 |
Nid Storage |
49 |
Structural Height |
30.9 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
Jacob Fork At Ramsey
|
17cfs |
Henry Fork Near Henry River
|
41cfs |
First Broad River Near Casar
|
51cfs |
Indian Creek Near Laboratory
|
608cfs |
Johns River At Arneys Store
|
173cfs |
Long Creek Near Bessemer City
|
13cfs |