Temple Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyAlleghany
Nearest CitySparta
River/StreamPine Swamp Creek
Coordinates36.44700, -81.09650

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height41 ft
Dam Length612 ft
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage114 acre-ft
Max Storage114 acre-ft
Normal Storage85 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge394 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerDavid Woodie
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/02/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC01237
Federal IDNC01237
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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