Orton Lake Dam
North Carolina — Brunswick County — Orton Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Brunswick |
| River | Orton Creek |
| Coordinates | 34.05530, -77.95920 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| NID Storage | 2,880 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,880 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | — |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | August 9, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1700 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Orton Camp, LLC |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.