Keen Lake Dam #1

Johnston County, North Carolina (near Four Oaks)

River/Stream: Black Creek

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
18 ft
Dam Length
349 ft
Reservoir Storage
180 acre-ft
Year Completed
1900
Primary Purpose
Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
66 cfs

Condition Assessment

FairLast inspected: 2023-03-16

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
NC00965
State
North Carolina (NC)
Coordinates
35.47840, -78.48090
Age
126 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.