Big Warrior Creek Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyWilkes
Nearest CityBoomer
River/StreamBig Warrior Creek
Coordinates36.04330, -81.28570

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height76 ft
Dam Length1,210 ft
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage3,309 acre-ft
Max Storage400 acre-ft
Normal Storage3,309 acre-ft
Surface Area135 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge100 cfs
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerYMCA of Greater Charlotte
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/03/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC05534
Federal IDNC05534
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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