Upstream-Water Treatment Plant
Key Takeaway
Upstream-Water Treatment Plant is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 27.2% in NC) |
| Dam Length | 86 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| NID ID | NC06552 |
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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What is the hazard classification of Upstream-Water Treatment Plant?
Upstream-Water Treatment Plant 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 Upstream-Water Treatment Plant?
Upstream-Water Treatment Plant is owned by Fort Liberty (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upstream-Water Treatment Plant built?
Upstream-Water Treatment Plant was completed in 1941, making it 85 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 Upstream-Water Treatment Plant?
Upstream-Water Treatment Plant serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Upstream-Water Treatment Plant?
Upstream-Water Treatment Plant has a dam height of 19 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 Upstream-Water Treatment Plant last inspected?
Upstream-Water Treatment Plant was last inspected on August 7, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.