Willis Lake Dam

Significant HazardUnsatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyBurke
Nearest CityPleasant Grove
Coordinates35.60800, -81.55650

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height40 ft
Dam Length255 ft
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage91 acre-ft
Max Storage91 acre-ft
Normal Storage76 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerChapman Miller Family Trust
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentUnsatisfactory
Last Inspection12/15/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00094
Federal IDNC00094
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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