Gupton-kirsch Dam
Gupton-kirsch Dam is an earth dam located in Wake County, North Carolina, built in 1987. It carries a Significant hazard potential classification.
About Gupton-kirsch Dam
The primary purpose of Gupton-kirsch Dam is recreation. The dam creates a reservoir used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. The dam is owned by Transformation Exchange, Llc (private). It impounds the Neuse River.
The dam stands 15 feet tall and stretches 190 feet across. Completed in 1987, the structure is 39 years old.
This dam has a significant hazard potential classification, meaning that a failure could cause significant economic damage — flooding roads, bridges, or property downstream — but is not expected to result in loss of life. The most recent inspection on record was 03/18/1987. That was over 39 years ago.
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Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Wake |
| River/Stream | Neuse River |
| Coordinates | 35.70610, -78.51090 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | Transformation Exchange, LLC |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Last Inspection | 03/18/1987 |
| Emergency Action Plan | No |
Identifiers
| NID ID | NC04633 |
| Federal ID | NC04633 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |