Curl Pond Dam, located in Wake, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam that serves primarily for irrigation purposes.
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Completed in 1979, this dam stands at a structural height of 27 feet with a hydraulic height of 22 feet and a length of 425 feet. It has a normal storage capacity of 25 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 33 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 3.3 acres and draining a 58-square-mile watershed.
Despite being deemed to have a low hazard potential and fair condition, Curl Pond Dam underwent its last inspection in October 2018. With a maximum discharge of 180 cubic feet per second, this dam on Basal Creek-Tr is critical for both irrigation and recreational purposes in the area. While it is not regulated by the state, it is regularly inspected to ensure its structural integrity and public safety. Water resource and climate enthusiasts would find Curl Pond Dam an interesting case study given its history, purpose, and importance within the local watershed.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
425 |
River Or Stream |
Basal Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
58 |
Nid Storage |
33 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
27 |