Bass Lake Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyWake
Nearest CityFuquay-Varina
River/StreamBasal Creek
Coordinates35.64230, -78.80330

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height22 ft
Dam Length675 ft
Year Completed1900 (126 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage910 acre-ft
Max Storage910 acre-ft
Normal Storage760 acre-ft
Surface Area58 acres
Drainage Area8 sq mi
Max Discharge654 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTown of Holly Springs Parks & Recreation
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection11/05/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00934
Federal IDNC00934
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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