Burningtown Lake Dam

High HazardUnsatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMacon
Nearest CityStiles
River/StreamDaves Creek
Coordinates35.24180, -83.48540

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height35 ft
Dam Length278 ft
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage56 acre-ft
Max Storage56 acre-ft
Normal Storage31 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerBurningtown Lake Homeowners Association
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentUnsatisfactory
Last Inspection03/25/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC01614
Federal IDNC01614
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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