Mckeithan Lake Dam, located in Pinebluff, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure that serves as a vital resource for managing water flow along the Drowning Creek-Tr river system.
Wind
Humidity
With a height of 15 feet and a hydraulic height of 11 feet, this earth dam plays a crucial role in regulating water levels and providing flood protection to the surrounding area. The dam has a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 30 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 9 acres.
Maintained and regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources Dam Safety Program, Mckeithan Lake Dam has a hazard potential classified as "High" and a current condition assessment of "Fair". The dam is subject to regular inspections, with the most recent assessment conducted in July 2020. Despite its age and potential risks, the dam has been deemed to be in satisfactory condition for now, ensuring continued protection for the local community and environment. As a key component of the water management infrastructure in Moore County, this dam highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring our water resources in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Length |
500 |
River Or Stream |
Drowning Ck-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Drainage Area |
156 |
Nid Storage |
52 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
15 |
Drowning Creek Near Hoffman
|
181cfs |
Pee Dee R Nr Rockingham
|
1830cfs |
Rockfish Creek At Raeford
|
104cfs |
Flat Creek Near Inverness
|
7cfs |
Little River Near Star
|
16cfs |
Lumber River Near Maxton
|
372cfs |