Southern Pines Waterworks Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMoore
Nearest CitySouthern Pines
River/StreamMill Creek
Coordinates35.21570, -79.40130

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height23 ft
Dam Length640 ft
Year Completed1924 (102 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,072 acre-ft
Max Storage1,072 acre-ft
Normal Storage700 acre-ft
Surface Area61 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge986 cfs
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTown of Southern Pines
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection05/03/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00072
Federal IDNC00072
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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