Located in Norwood, North Carolina, the Piney Point Golf Course Dam is a private earth dam situated along the Pee Dee River-Tr.
Wind
Humidity
With a hydraulic height of 7.8 feet and a structural height of 9.6 feet, this dam serves primarily for irrigation purposes, providing a normal storage capacity of 11.8 acre-feet. While not state-regulated, the dam is inspected regularly by the state, ensuring its safety and functionality.
With a significant hazard potential, the Piney Point Golf Course Dam has not been rated for its condition as of the last inspection in November 2019. Despite its age and lack of recent modifications, the dam continues to serve its purpose effectively. With no emergency action plan in place, there is room for improvement in terms of risk assessment and management measures. As climate change continues to impact water resources, maintaining the integrity of dams like Piney Point is crucial for ensuring the stability of water systems in the region.
Dam Length |
287 |
River Or Stream |
Pee Dee River-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
7.8 |
Nid Storage |
14.4 |
Structural Height |
9.6 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
10 |
Rocky River Near Norwood
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556cfs |
Little River Near Star
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10cfs |
Rocky River Nr Stanfield
|
173cfs |
Pee Dee R Nr Rockingham
|
1810cfs |
Goose Cr At Fairview
|
14cfs |
Rocky R Ab Irish Buffalo Cr Nr Rocky River
|
110cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Woodrun
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Morrow Mountain State Park
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Yates Place Camp
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