Kings Mountain Lake Dam #1

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyCleveland
Nearest CityKings Mountain
River/StreamKings Creek
Coordinates35.20130, -81.34950

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeButtress
NID Height36 ft
Dam Length203 ft
Year Completed1929 (97 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage450 acre-ft
Max Storage450 acre-ft
Normal Storage420 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCity of Kings Mountain
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection01/22/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00112
Federal IDNC00112
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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