Lake Michie Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyDurham
Nearest CityRedwood
River/StreamFlat River
Coordinates36.15080, -78.82990

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height92 ft
Dam Length920 ft
Year Completed1926 (100 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage18,660 acre-ft
Max Storage18,660 acre-ft
Normal Storage12,400 acre-ft
Surface Area460 acres
Drainage Area167 sq mi
Max Discharge47,100 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeOther
OwnerCity of Durham Department of Water Management
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection10/28/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC01027
Federal IDNC01027
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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