Located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, the Hillcrest Towne Center Pond E Dam is a privately owned structure that was completed in 2009.
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This earth-type dam stands at a structural height of 15.4 feet and has a hydraulic height of 11.6 feet, with a length of 313 feet. The dam is situated on an unnamed tributary to Little Creek, serving a drainage area of 141 acres and providing a maximum discharge of 210 cubic feet per second.
With a storage capacity of 22 acre-feet, the Hillcrest Towne Center Pond E Dam poses a high hazard potential and has been assessed to be in fair condition as of April 2020. It is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, with inspections conducted biennially to ensure its integrity and safety. Despite its relatively small surface area of 2.4 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area and mitigating flood risks for the surrounding community.
As a key component of the local water infrastructure, the Hillcrest Towne Center Pond E Dam underscores the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams to safeguard against potential hazards and ensure the sustainable management of water resources. Climate enthusiasts and water resource stakeholders alike can appreciate the significant role that this dam plays in protecting the community and surrounding environment from the impacts of extreme weather events and flooding.
Year Completed |
2009 |
Dam Length |
313 |
River Or Stream |
unnamed trib. to Little Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
11.6 |
Drainage Area |
141 |
Nid Storage |
22 |
Structural Height |
15.4 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
15 |
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