Lake Wilson Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyWilson
Nearest CityWilson
River/StreamToisnot Swamp
Coordinates35.78890, -77.92060

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height20 ft
Dam Length431 ft
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage998 acre-ft
Max Storage998 acre-ft
Normal Storage487 acre-ft
Surface Area81 acres
Drainage Area39 sq mi
Max Discharge2,229 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCity of Wilson
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection03/02/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00894
Federal IDNC00894
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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