Powell Lake Dam
North Carolina — Moore County — Aberdeen Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Moore |
| River | Aberdeen Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.14850, -79.40230 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| NID Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | December 2, 2011 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1865 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Town of Aberdeen |
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.