Muddy Creek Dam #3

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMcDowell
Nearest CityMorganton
River/StreamHicks Branch
Coordinates35.63220, -81.99250

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height36 ft
Dam Length244 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage240 acre-ft
Max Storage240 acre-ft
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerPatricia Greer
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection03/06/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC03386
Federal IDNC03386
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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