Icard Dam, located in North Carolina along the Upper Little River, was completed in 1919 and is primarily used for recreation purposes.
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This privately owned earth dam stands at a structural height of 58 feet, with a hydraulic height of 47 feet. The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 3,046 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 2,858 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 120 acres.
Managed by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, Icard Dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam is currently assessed to be in fair condition as of December 2019. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment measures are not specified in the available data.
With its picturesque location and recreational opportunities, including fishing and boating, Icard Dam serves as a valuable water resource for the local community. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find this dam's history, design, and management practices to be of interest in understanding the intersection of human infrastructure and natural ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1919 |
Dam Length |
267 |
River Or Stream |
Upper Little River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
120 |
Hydraulic Height |
47 |
Drainage Area |
27072 |
Nid Storage |
3046 |
Structural Height |
58 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
58 |
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