Weston #1 is a privately owned dam located in Wake County, North Carolina, on the Swift Creek-Tr river.
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The dam, with a structural height of 18 feet, was primarily built for irrigation purposes and has a storage capacity of 10.8 acre-feet. Despite its importance in water resource management, the dam is classified as having a high hazard potential and is in poor condition, based on a 2018 inspection report.
The dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, which oversees its permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes. Although the dam has not undergone any significant modifications since its completion, its condition assessment and emergency action plan preparation are lacking, raising concerns about its ability to withstand potential hazards. With the dam's close proximity to Aversboro Road and its critical role in water management for irrigation, it is imperative that necessary risk management measures be implemented to ensure public safety and environmental protection.
River Or Stream |
Swift Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
16 |
Nid Storage |
10.8 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
18 |