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Located in Ashe, North Carolina, the Long Hope Club Dam spans the Long Hope Creek and serves as a recreational site for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Managed by a private owner, this earth-type dam stands at a structural height of 24 feet with a hydraulic height of 19.8 feet, providing a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet. The dam covers a surface area of 6.4 acres and is equipped to handle a maximum discharge of 1830 cubic feet per second.
With a high hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the Long Hope Club Dam undergoes regular inspections by the North Carolina Dam Safety Program to ensure its safety and integrity. The dam's emergency action plan was last revised in 2012, and it is important for stakeholders and local authorities to stay updated on its risk management measures. The dam's location in Creston, Ashe County, makes it a key infrastructure for water management in the region, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring its operations for the surrounding community.
Dam Length |
200 |
River Or Stream |
Long Hope Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
19.8 |
Drainage Area |
5 |
Nid Storage |
67 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
24 |
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