Hidden Creek Dam North, located in Wilkes, North Carolina, is a private Earth dam completed in 2009 with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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The dam stands at a structural height of 48 feet and has a hydraulic height of 44 feet, providing a normal storage capacity of 75 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 88 acre-feet. The dam covers a surface area of 4.3 acres and is associated with the Left Prong Stoney Fork Creek.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment as of 2012, Hidden Creek Dam North has not been state regulated or permitted. It is inspected periodically, with the last assessment conducted in October 2012. The dam is not under the jurisdiction of any state regulatory agency, signaling potential risks in terms of oversight and enforcement. With its proximity to Elk City and its significant role in supporting fish and wildlife habitats, the maintenance and monitoring of Hidden Creek Dam North are crucial for environmental conservation efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
2009 |
Dam Length |
428 |
River Or Stream |
UT to Left Prong Stoney Fork C |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
44 |
Drainage Area |
25 |
Nid Storage |
88 |
Structural Height |
48 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
48 |
Elk Creek At Elkville
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42cfs |
Yadkin River At Patterson
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24cfs |
South Fork New River Near Jefferson
|
218cfs |
Reddies River At North Wilkesboro
|
67cfs |
Yadkin River At Wilkesboro
|
423cfs |
Watauga River Near Sugar Grove
|
62cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Deep Gap Campsite
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Goshen Creek
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Obids Creek Campsite
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Rendezvous Mountain Group Camp
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