Town Fork Creek WS Dam #10
Key Takeaway
Town Fork Creek WS Dam #10 is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. 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 | 513 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 703 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 56 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8,251 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 12,846 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | NC00349 |
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
Stokes County Soil & Water Conservation District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Town Fork Creek WS Dam #10?
Town Fork Creek WS Dam #10 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 WS Dam #10?
Town Fork Creek WS Dam #10 is owned by Stokes County Soil & Water Conservation District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Town Fork Creek WS Dam #10 built?
Town Fork Creek WS Dam #10 was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Town Fork Creek WS Dam #10?
Town Fork Creek WS Dam #10 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 WS Dam #10 last inspected?
Town Fork Creek WS Dam #10 was last inspected on January 21, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.