Day Dam, located in King, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure on Crooked Run, serving primarily for recreation purposes.
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With a hydraulic height of 8.6 feet and a structural height of 12.2 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 5 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 1 acre. Despite its modest size, the dam poses a high hazard potential and is classified as having fair condition according to a recent assessment.
Managed by the North Carolina Dam Safety Program, Day Dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam has a history of regular inspections, with the last assessment conducted in April 2020. Its emergency action plan status and risk assessment measures are currently undetermined, highlighting potential areas for improvement in emergency preparedness and risk management. The dam's location within the Huntington District and its proximity to Virginia Foxx's congressional district underscore the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure public safety and environmental protection along the Crooked Run waterway.
Dam Length |
200 |
River Or Stream |
Crooked Run |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Hydraulic Height |
8.6 |
Drainage Area |
18 |
Nid Storage |
5 |
Structural Height |
12.2 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
12 |
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