Moss Lake Dam
High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Cleveland |
| Nearest City | Earl Station |
| River/Stream | Buffalo Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.27670, -81.45520 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 99 ft |
| Dam Length | 840 ft |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 51,032 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 51,032 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35,600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,329 acres |
| Drainage Area | 68 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 77,418 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | City of Kings Mountain |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| Last Inspection | 03/25/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |