Orchard Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyHenderson
Nearest CityMelrose
River/StreamUT to Pacolet River
Coordinates35.20154, -82.35384

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height25 ft
Dam Length175 ft
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage60 acre-ft
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage45 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerJean Pace
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection02/06/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00353
Federal IDNC00353
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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