Hamlet City Lake Lower Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyRichmond
River/StreamMarks Creek
Coordinates34.88300, -79.69230

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height11 ft
Dam Length600 ft
Year Completed1934 (92 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage284 acre-ft
Max Storage284 acre-ft
Normal Storage147 acre-ft
Surface Area45 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Max Discharge415 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeOther
OwnerCity of Hamlet
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection11/22/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00635
Federal IDNC00635
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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