Smith Lake Dam
North Carolina — Cabarrus County — Little Meadow Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Cabarrus |
| River | Little Meadow Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.32710, -80.42160 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| NID Storage | 169 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 169 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | December 7, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1951 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Smith Lake, LP |
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.