Overhills No. 1
Key Takeaway
Overhills No. 1 is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 20.4% in NC) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Max Discharge | 229 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | NC00013 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Fort Liberty
Federal Government
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Low Hazard 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Overhills No. 1?
Overhills No. 1 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 Overhills No. 1?
Overhills No. 1 is owned by Fort Liberty (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Overhills No. 1 built?
Overhills No. 1 was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Overhills No. 1?
Overhills No. 1 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Overhills No. 1?
Overhills No. 1 has a dam height of 16 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Overhills No. 1 last inspected?
Overhills No. 1 was last inspected on August 7, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.