Belews Creek Holding Basin Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyStokes
Coordinates36.29580, -80.06520

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height40 ft
Dam Length1,330 ft
Year Completed2017 (9 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage124 acre-ft
Max Storage124 acre-ft

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerDuke Energy Corporation
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection05/06/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC06203
Federal IDNC06203
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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