Firetower Road Dam

Bells Creek Trib· Richmond, North Carolina· Earth·
Significant Hazard Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Firetower Road Dam is classified as significant hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage11 acre-ft
Normal Storage10 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
NID IDNC05381

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 25, 2012
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Firetower Road Dam?

Firetower Road Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Firetower Road Dam?

Firetower Road Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Firetower Road Dam?

Firetower Road Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Firetower Road Dam last inspected?

Firetower Road Dam was last inspected on May 25, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.