Denton Dam
North Carolina — Franklin County — UT to Crooked Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Franklin |
| River | UT to Crooked Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.98830, -78.31940 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 290 ft |
| NID Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | December 10, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Jimmy Franklin Denton Heirs |
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.