Buckhorn Lake Dam
North Carolina — Wilson County — Contentnea Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Wilson |
| River | Contentnea Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.69380, -78.11780 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| NID Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | — |
| Surface Area | — |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | March 2, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Wilson |
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.