Hart Lake Dam Upper

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyCatawba
Nearest CityLincolnton
River/StreamSampson Creek
Coordinates35.58080, -81.35820

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height35 ft
Dam Length400 ft
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage64 acre-ft
Max Storage64 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge462 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeOther
OwnerHart Square Foundation, Inc.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection01/08/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00366
Federal IDNC00366
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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