Sleepy Creek Lake Lower Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyWayne
Nearest CitySeven Springs
River/StreamSleepy Creek
Coordinates35.25190, -77.95880

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height25 ft
Dam Length380 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage293 acre-ft
Max Storage293 acre-ft
Normal Storage167 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge1,080 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerSleepy Creek Club, Inc.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection09/17/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC01282
Federal IDNC01282
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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