Cape Fear 1963 Ash Basin Dam
High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Chatham |
| River/Stream | Deep River |
| Coordinates | 35.58650, -79.05100 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Length | 4,000 ft |
Storage & Hydraulics
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Owner | Duke Energy Corporation |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| Last Inspection | 05/01/2024 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |
Identifiers
| NID ID | NC05997 |
| Federal ID | NC05997 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |
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