Charles L. Turner Reservoir Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyChatham
Nearest CitySiler City
River/StreamRocky River
Coordinates35.76285, -79.45560

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height12 ft
Dam Length170 ft
Year Completed2009 (17 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage150 acre-ft
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage120 acre-ft
Drainage Area53 sq mi
Max Discharge578 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeOther
OwnerTown of Siler City
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection01/15/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00619
Federal IDNC00619
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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