Arrowood Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyGaston
Nearest CityGastonia
River/StreamLong Creek
Coordinates35.29710, -81.30000

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height44 ft
Dam Length528 ft
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage440 acre-ft
Max Storage440 acre-ft
Normal Storage259 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge297 cfs
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerTown of Bessemer City
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection01/30/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC01205
Federal IDNC01205
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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