Rink Lake Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyAlexander
Nearest CityLake Hickory
River/StreamLittle River
Coordinates35.83020, -81.26670

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeArch
NID Height48 ft
Dam Length313 ft
Year Completed1917 (109 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,129 acre-ft
Max Storage2,129 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,360 acre-ft
Surface Area94 acres
Drainage Area53 sq mi
Max Discharge10,500 cfs
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerDuke Energy Corporation
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/01/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC01342
Federal IDNC01342
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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