Fox Dam, located in Farmer, North Carolina, is a private earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
Wind
Humidity
The dam stands at a structural height of 22.5 feet and a hydraulic height of 17.9 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a normal storage of 36 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 95 square miles, the dam poses a high hazard potential and has been assessed to be in fair condition as of February 2021.
Managed by the NC Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, Fox Dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam, situated on Back Creek-Tributary, offers a surface area of 4.5 acres and a maximum discharge capacity of 170 cubic feet per second. Despite its fair condition assessment, the dam is regularly inspected every two years to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and downstream areas.
With a risk management plan yet to be assigned, Fox Dam remains a key recreational resource in Randolph County, offering opportunities for boating, fishing, and other water-based activities. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Fox Dam to be an intriguing case study in dam safety and regulation, showcasing the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring to mitigate potential risks associated with aging infrastructure.
Dam Length |
272 |
River Or Stream |
Back Ck-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
17.9 |
Drainage Area |
95 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
22.5 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
23 |