University Lake Dam
High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Orange |
| Nearest City | Carrboro |
| River/Stream | Morgan Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.89660, -79.09220 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 39 ft |
| Dam Length | 835 ft |
| Year Completed | 1932 (94 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 4,836 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 4,836 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4,030 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 213 acres |
| Drainage Area | 29 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | Orange Water and Sewer Authority |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 03/04/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |