Lake Sheila Dam
High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Henderson |
| Nearest City | Melrose |
| River/Stream | UT to Pacolet River |
| Coordinates | 35.19190, -82.37250 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 55 ft |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 1,024 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,024 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 784 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | Lake Sheila Homeowners Association |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 02/17/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |