Lake Benson Dam
High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Wake |
| Nearest City | Smithfield |
| River/Stream | Swift Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.66200, -78.61160 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 26 ft |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 7,200 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 7,200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3,070 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 463 acres |
| Drainage Area | 66 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 11,500 cfs |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Other |
| Owner | City of Raleigh Public Utilities Department |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 12/05/2024 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |