Simpson Lake Dam
North Carolina — Transylvania County — Lamb Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Transylvania |
| River | Lamb Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.26680, -82.73820 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 26 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| NID Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | March 31, 2014 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1963 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Alan W Winchester |
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.