Golden Citrus Upper Dam

White Oak Creek· Polk, North Carolina· Earth·
Significant Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Golden Citrus Upper 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 Length135 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage6 acre-ft
Normal Storage3 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
NID IDNC03708

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: December 19, 2007
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

State of North Carolina, State Property Office

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Golden Citrus Upper Dam?

Golden Citrus Upper 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 Golden Citrus Upper Dam?

Golden Citrus Upper Dam is owned by State of North Carolina, State Property Office (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Golden Citrus Upper Dam?

Golden Citrus Upper 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 Golden Citrus Upper Dam last inspected?

Golden Citrus Upper Dam was last inspected on December 19, 2007. 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.