Spring Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyWayne
Nearest CitySeven Springs
River/StreamWalnut Creek
Coordinates35.31200, -77.86510

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height17 ft
Dam Length600 ft
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage458 acre-ft
Max Storage458 acre-ft
Normal Storage398 acre-ft
Surface Area60 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge1,177 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerVillage of Walnut Creek
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection01/29/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00936
Federal IDNC00936
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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