Lake Corriher Dam

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyRowan
Nearest CityChina Grove
River/StreamFlat Rock Branch
Coordinates35.56500, -80.60860

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height23 ft
Dam Length450 ft
Year Completed1953 (73 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage275 acre-ft
Max Storage275 acre-ft
Normal Storage120 acre-ft
Surface Area29 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge1,890 cfs
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerTown of Landis
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection02/27/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC01272
Federal IDNC01272
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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