Elkin Reservoir Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountySurry
Nearest CityElkin
River/StreamElkin Creek
Coordinates36.26240, -80.86830

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height17 ft
Dam Length1,000 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage61 acre-ft
Max Storage61 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerTown of Elkin
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection04/03/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC04298
Federal IDNC04298
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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