Mclendon Creek Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMoore
Nearest CityWest End
River/StreamMclendon Creek
Coordinates35.28340, -79.59310

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height70 ft
Dam Length1,660 ft
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage3,220 acre-ft
Max Storage3,220 acre-ft
Normal Storage2,852 acre-ft
Surface Area115 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerMcLendon Hills Property Owners Association
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection01/24/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC05355
Federal IDNC05355
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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