Mcguire Standby Nuclear Service Water Pond Dam, also known as Category I Emergency Cooling Water, is a crucial structure located in Huntersville, North Carolina.
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Owned by a public utility, the dam was designed by LAW ENGINEERING TESTING COMPANY in 1980. With a dam height of 68 feet and a length of 1260 feet, it serves as a standby resource for cooling water in case of emergencies at the nuclear facility.
Situated on the Catawba River, the dam has a storage capacity of 578 acre-feet and a surface area of 34.9 acres. Despite being categorized as low hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, with the last assessment conducted in April 2017. The condition was found to be satisfactory, and the risk assessment is moderate with a score of 3.
Overall, Mcguire Standby Nuclear Service Water Pond Dam plays a vital role in ensuring the safety and security of the nuclear facility by providing a reliable source of emergency cooling water. Its strategic location and design make it an essential component of the infrastructure in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, highlighting the importance of water resource management in the context of climate change and environmental sustainability.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
1260 |
Dam Height |
68 |
River Or Stream |
CATAWBA |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
34.9 |
Drainage Area |
0.27 |
Nid Storage |
578 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
68 |