Lake Trace Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyLee
River/StreamLittle River
Coordinates35.41730, -79.09010

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height30 ft
Dam Length970 ft
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage9,645 acre-ft
Max Storage9,645 acre-ft
Normal Storage3,600 acre-ft
Surface Area330 acres
Drainage Area54 sq mi
Max Discharge42,185 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerEscalante Carolina Trace, LLC
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection02/09/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00017
Federal IDNC00017
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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