Lake Thom-a-lex Dam
High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Davidson |
| Nearest City | Lexington |
| River/Stream | Abbotts Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.87180, -80.19320 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 43 ft |
| Dam Length | 635 ft |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 11,180 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 11,180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8,320 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 650 acres |
| Drainage Area | 69 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 32,000 cfs |
| Spillway Type | None |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | City of Lexington |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 02/04/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |