Dutchman Creek WS Dam #15a

Davie County, North Carolina (near High Rock)

River/Stream: Ellsworth Creek

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
36 ft
Dam Length
485 ft
Reservoir Storage
2,580 acre-ft
Year Completed
1972
Primary Purpose
Flood Risk Reduction
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge
5,650 cfs

Condition Assessment

FairLast inspected: 2024-01-18

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Fair — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
NC00370
State
North Carolina (NC)
Coordinates
35.88640, -80.49260
Age
54 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.