James Lake Dam

North Carolina, Catawba County, Hop Creek

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyCatawba
RiverHop Creek
Coordinates35.65530, -81.32880

Physical Characteristics

NID Height26 ft
Dam Height-
Dam Length-
NID Storage16 acre-ft
Max Storage16 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionNovember 19, 2025
Inspection Frequency-

Dam Information

Year Completed-
Primary PurposeFire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerKevin M Lang

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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.

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