Allen Active Ash Basin Dam
Key Takeaway
Allen Active Ash Basin Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 5,470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 236 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 159 acres |
| Drainage Area | 293 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 275 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | NC01669 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Duke Energy Corporation
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Allen Active Ash Basin Dam?
Allen Active Ash Basin Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Allen Active Ash Basin Dam?
Allen Active Ash Basin Dam is owned by Duke Energy Corporation (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Allen Active Ash Basin Dam built?
Allen Active Ash Basin Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Allen Active Ash Basin Dam?
Allen Active Ash Basin Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Allen Active Ash Basin Dam last inspected?
Allen Active Ash Basin Dam was last inspected on September 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.