Cape Fear 1970 Ash Basin Dam

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyChatham
River/StreamDeep River
Coordinates35.58290, -79.04990

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height27 ft
Dam Length4,600 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

Surface Area30 acres

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerDuke Energy Corporation
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection05/01/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC05998
Federal IDNC05998
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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