Lake Lee Dam
High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Union |
| Nearest City | Monroe |
| River/Stream | Richardson Creek |
| Coordinates | 34.96560, -80.51110 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| NID Height | 39 ft |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 2,465 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,465 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1,507 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 122 acres |
| Drainage Area | 51 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 25,009 cfs |
| Spillway Type | None |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Other |
| Owner | City of Monroe |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 01/09/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |