Belews Creek Active Ash Basin Dam
Key Takeaway
Belews Creek Active Ash Basin Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is tailings. 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 | 1,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 143 acres |
| Drainage Area | 683 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 28 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2010 |
| NID ID | NC05937 |
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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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Belews Creek Active Ash Basin Dam?
Belews Creek 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 Belews Creek Active Ash Basin Dam?
Belews Creek 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 Belews Creek Active Ash Basin Dam built?
Belews Creek Active Ash Basin Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Belews Creek Active Ash Basin Dam?
Belews Creek Active Ash Basin Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Belews Creek Active Ash Basin Dam last inspected?
Belews Creek Active Ash Basin Dam was last inspected on March 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.