Farlow Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyRandolph
Nearest CityAsheboro
River/StreamN. Prong Richland Creek
Coordinates35.64310, -79.80220

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height21 ft
Dam Length350 ft
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage134 acre-ft
Max Storage134 acre-ft
Normal Storage112 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge50 cfs
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerFarlow Park Homeowners Association
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection08/24/2023
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDNC00708
Federal IDNC00708
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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