Lexington Storage Reservoir Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyDavidson
Nearest CityLexington
River/StreamLeonard Creek
Coordinates35.85850, -80.21500

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height28 ft
Dam Length700 ft
Year Completed1934 (92 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage110 acre-ft
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Max Discharge320 cfs
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCity of Lexington
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection02/04/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00177
Federal IDNC00177
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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