Oak Forest Dam

Billy's Creek· Franklin, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Oak Forest Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage185 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNC06199

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Kevin Martin

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Oak Forest Dam?

Oak Forest Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Oak Forest Dam?

Oak Forest Dam is owned by Kevin Martin (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Oak Forest Dam?

Oak Forest Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

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.