Second Broad W.S.
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Structure #13, located in Bostic, North Carolina, along Mill Creek, is a privately-owned earth dam primarily designed for flood risk reduction. Constructed in 1990 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a structural height of 39 feet with a hydraulic height of 18.4 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 172 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 1269 acre-feet, it serves a drainage area of 1895 acres, covering a surface area of 21.5 acres. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2019 rated it as fair, with a moderate risk level.
This dam is regulated by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program, ensuring that it undergoes regular inspections and enforcement to maintain its integrity. While it currently has uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, the structure has not been modified since its completion. The associated risk assessment categorizes it as moderate, emphasizing the importance of ongoing risk management measures to mitigate any potential hazards. Overall, Second Broad W.S. Structure #13 serves as a vital component in the flood risk reduction efforts within the region, highlighting the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience.
Year Completed |
1990 |
Dam Length |
935 |
River Or Stream |
Mill Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
21.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
18.4 |
Drainage Area |
1895 |
Nid Storage |
1269 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
39 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Vein Mountain Gold Camp & Carolina Emerald Mine
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Lucky Strike Campground
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River Creek Camp Ground
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