Wright Lake Dam

Low HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyGuilford
Nearest CityOssipee
River/StreamBrush Creek
Coordinates36.14170, -79.90160

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height27 ft
Dam Length232 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage33 acre-ft
Max Storage33 acre-ft
Normal Storage29 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge90 cfs
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerShelton Properties, Inc.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Last Inspection01/06/2025
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDNC01611
Federal IDNC01611
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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