Uwharrie Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyGuilford
Nearest CityJamestown
River/StreamLong Branch
Coordinates36.04040, -79.92940

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height29 ft
Dam Length459 ft
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage174 acre-ft
Max Storage174 acre-ft
Normal Storage120 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge165 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerJames Landing Property Owners Association
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection03/20/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00611
Federal IDNC00611
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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