Moretz Lake Dam
High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Alexander |
| Nearest City | Falls |
| River/Stream | Middle Little River |
| Coordinates | 35.84610, -81.27930 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| NID Height | 30 ft |
| Dam Length | 230 ft |
| Year Completed | 1921 (105 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 46 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,700 cfs |
| Spillway Type | None |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | Brenda K Whisnant |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 01/16/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | No |