Farmer Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyCaswell
Nearest CityMilton
River/StreamCountry Line Creek
Coordinates36.38600, -79.36140

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height77 ft
Dam Length1,340 ft
Year Completed1983 (43 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage15,268 acre-ft
Max Storage15,268 acre-ft
Normal Storage6,106 acre-ft
Surface Area390 acres
Drainage Area46 sq mi
Max Discharge4,000 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerCaswell County
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection02/25/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC04769
Federal IDNC04769
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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