Simpson Lake Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyTransylvania
Nearest CityWhite Oaks
River/StreamLamb Creek
Coordinates35.26680, -82.73820

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height26 ft
Dam Length580 ft
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage27 acre-ft
Max Storage27 acre-ft
Normal Storage23 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerAlan W Winchester
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection03/31/2014
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDNC00212
Federal IDNC00212
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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