Tom Harrison Memorial Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyWayne
Nearest CitySeven Springs
River/StreamWalnut Creek
Coordinates35.30360, -77.86510

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height25 ft
Dam Length1,400 ft
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,700 acre-ft
Max Storage2,700 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,070 acre-ft
Surface Area172 acres
Drainage Area15 sq mi
Max Discharge5,800 cfs
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerVillage of Walnut Creek
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection01/29/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00937
Federal IDNC00937
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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