Murray Corriher Dam #1
North Carolina, Rowan County, Irish Buffalo Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Rowan |
| River | Irish Buffalo Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.57220, -80.66610 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 28 ft |
| Dam Height | - |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| NID Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | November 4, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | - |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | - |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Murray A Corriher |
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.