Danga Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMecklenburg
Nearest CityRed River, SC
River/StreamLittle Paw Creek
Coordinates35.21370, -80.97200

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height20 ft
Dam Length255 ft
Year Completed1954 (72 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage59 acre-ft
Max Storage59 acre-ft
Normal Storage49 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge66 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCharlotte Douglas International Airport
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection01/14/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00417
Federal IDNC00417
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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