Lake Hyco Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyPerson
Nearest CityMcGehees Mill
River/StreamHyco River
Coordinates36.50820, -79.04210

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height68 ft
Dam Length1,800 ft
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage160,000 acre-ft
Max Storage160,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage78,000 acre-ft
Surface Area3,750 acres
Drainage Area197 sq mi
Max Discharge33,000 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerDuke Energy Corporation
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection04/17/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00656
Federal IDNC00656
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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