Deater Lake Dam
North Carolina — Wilkes County — Bussels Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Wilkes |
| River | Bussels Creek |
| Coordinates | 36.05740, -81.04020 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 33 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 140 ft |
| NID Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | January 7, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Jarred D Fenlason |
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.