Scull Lake Dam, located in Hoke, North Carolina, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation on Puppy Creek-Os.
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Standing at a hydraulic height of 17 feet and a structural height of 22 feet, this dam boasts a length of 675 feet and a storage capacity of 57 acre-feet. Despite its recreational purpose, the dam poses a high hazard potential with a poor condition assessment as of January 2021.
Managed by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program, Scull Lake Dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with standards. With a history dating back to an unknown completion year, the dam has a normal storage capacity of 44 acre-feet and a surface area of 6.5 acres. However, its poor condition assessment raises concerns about its long-term sustainability and the need for potential risk management measures.
Located in Hope Mills with a latitude of 35.03667 and a longitude of -79.14361, Scull Lake Dam falls under the jurisdiction of the Wilmington District and is associated with the USACE. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the intricacies of this dam's design, purpose, and current condition sheds light on the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of both the dam and the surrounding community.
Dam Length |
675 |
River Or Stream |
Puppy Creek-Os |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
57 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
22 |
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