North Carolina Administrative Code (Last Updated: November 13, 2014) |
TITLE 15A. ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES |
CHAPTER 02. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT |
SUBCHAPTER K. DAM SAFETY |
15A NCAC 02K .0223. DAM HEIGHT AND STORAGE DETERMINATION
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(a) For the purpose of determining size classification, the height of a dam shall be measured from the highest point on the crest of the dam to the lowest point on the downstream toe.
(b) The total storage capacity of a dam shall be that volume which would be impounded at the elevation of the highest point on the crest of the dam.
History Note: Filed as a Temporary Rule Eff. November 1, 1990 For a Period of 180 Days to Expire on April 29, 1990;
Authority G.S. 143‑215.31;
ARRC Objection Lodged November 14, 1990;
ARRC Objection Removed December 20, 1990;
Eff. January 1, 1991.