Lake Houser Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyCleveland
Nearest CityCherokee Falls, SC
River/StreamBroad River
Coordinates35.22210, -81.72930

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height55 ft
Dam Length340 ft
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage660 acre-ft
Max Storage660 acre-ft
Normal Storage360 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerLake Houser, Inc.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection01/28/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00106
Federal IDNC00106
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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