Apple Farm Dam, located in Trinity, North Carolina, serves multiple purposes such as fire protection, stock, and small fish pond.
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Owned privately, this earth dam on the Uwharrie River-Tr stands at a hydraulic height of 23 feet with a structural height of 26.5 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 27.6 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 32 acre-feet, this dam covers a surface area of 3 acres and stretches to a length of 290 feet.
Despite being state-regulated, Apple Farm Dam has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in November 2015. The dam does not have a spillway and does not pose significant risks according to the available data. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, it is equipped with inspection mechanisms to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain unspecified, indicating a potential area of improvement for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the sustainability of this structure.
Dam Length |
290 |
River Or Stream |
Uwharrie River-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
32 |
Structural Height |
26.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
27 |