Town Fork Creek Watershed Dam #6
Key Takeaway
Town Fork Creek Watershed Dam #6 is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 173 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,686 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 402 cfs |
| NID ID | NC00424 |
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
Forsyth County Cooperative Extension Service
Private
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Town Fork Creek Watershed Dam #6?
Town Fork Creek Watershed Dam #6 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 Town Fork Creek Watershed Dam #6?
Town Fork Creek Watershed Dam #6 is owned by Forsyth County Cooperative Extension Service (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Town Fork Creek Watershed Dam #6?
Town Fork Creek Watershed Dam #6 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Town Fork Creek Watershed Dam #6 last inspected?
Town Fork Creek Watershed Dam #6 was last inspected on January 21, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.