Mcelwee Dam
North Carolina — Wilkes County — UT to Hunting Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Wilkes |
| River | UT to Hunting Creek |
| Coordinates | 36.07430, -81.12280 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 29 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| NID Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | January 6, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1999 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | William H McElwee |
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.