Straus Lake Dam
High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Transylvania |
| Nearest City | Pisgah Forest |
| River/Stream | Allison Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.25680, -82.72250 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 27 ft |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 20 cfs |
| Spillway Type | None |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | Straus Park Master Association |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 12/19/2024 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |