Mccurdy Dam
North Carolina — Alexander County — Big Branch
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Alexander |
| River | Big Branch |
| Coordinates | 35.98880, -81.10650 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 25 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| NID Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | January 16, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1986 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Jackie D McCurdy |
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.