Buck Retention Basin Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyRowan
Coordinates35.70820, -80.37360

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height24 ft
Year Completed2019 (7 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage41 acre-ft
Max Storage41 acre-ft
Normal Storage23 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerDuke Energy Corporation
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection11/13/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC06517
Federal IDNC06517
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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