Watts Lake Dam

Low HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyAlexander
Nearest CityVashti
Coordinates36.02940, -81.13280

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height31 ft
Dam Length250 ft
Year Completed1948 (78 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage87 acre-ft
Max Storage87 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
Owner TypeNot Listed
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection12/21/2023
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDNC01700
Federal IDNC01700
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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