Vfw Dam, located in Stanly, North Carolina, is a privately-owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Standing at a structural height of 12.8 feet and a hydraulic height of 10.63 feet, this dam plays a crucial role in regulating the Mountain Creek-Os river or stream. With a normal storage capacity of 24 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 29 acre-feet, Vfw Dam covers a surface area of 5.7 acres and drains a watershed area of 144 square miles.
Although the dam is not regulated by the state, it is inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Classified as having a significant hazard potential, Vfw Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment as of the last inspection conducted in November 2019. Despite the lack of official risk assessment and management measures, the dam continues to provide recreational opportunities for the local community. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Vfw Dam serves as an interesting case study of a privately-owned dam contributing to both local water management and recreational activities.
Dam Length |
350 |
River Or Stream |
Mountian Ck-Os |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
10.63 |
Drainage Area |
144 |
Nid Storage |
29 |
Structural Height |
12.8 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
13 |
Rocky River Near Norwood
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305cfs |
Little River Near Star
|
16cfs |
Rocky River Nr Stanfield
|
173cfs |
Rocky R Ab Irish Buffalo Cr Nr Rocky River
|
84cfs |
Goose Cr At Fairview
|
14cfs |
Clear Creek At Sr3181 Nr Mint Hill
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2cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Morrow Mountain State Park
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Deep Water Trailt Horse Camp
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Art Lilley Campground
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Woodrun
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Arrowhead
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Arrowhead Campground
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