Lake Michael Dam
High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Orange |
| Nearest City | Haw River |
| River/Stream | Back Creek |
| Coordinates | 36.10820, -79.24950 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 35 ft |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 1,100 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 615 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 75 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 165 cfs |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | City of Mebane Recreation and Parks Department |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 01/24/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |