Earp Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyJohnston
Nearest CityClayton
River/StreamNeuse River
Coordinates35.66780, -78.44890

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height38 ft
Dam Length499 ft
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage120 acre-ft
Max Storage120 acre-ft
Normal Storage100 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge72 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeIrrigation
OwnerCarolina Overlook by Del Webb HOA
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection02/18/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00959
Federal IDNC00959
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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