John W. Bennett Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyRutherford
Nearest CityBostic
River/StreamKathy Creek
Coordinates35.35730, -81.89400

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height22 ft
Dam Length352 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage25 acre-ft
Max Storage25 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Max Discharge192 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerJohn M Bennett
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection01/03/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC04095
Federal IDNC04095
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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