Belews Creek Retention Basin Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyStokes
Coordinates36.29310, -80.06660

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height41 ft
Dam Length1,330 ft
Year Completed2017 (9 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage11 acre-ft
Max Storage11 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

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

Identifiers

NID IDNC06204
Federal IDNC06204
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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