Lake Ellen Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyOrange
River/StreamBooker Creek
Coordinates35.94590, -79.05280

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height30 ft
Dam Length375 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage81 acre-ft
Max Storage81 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge5,653 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerLake Ellen Homeowners Association
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/17/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC01537
Federal IDNC01537
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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