James Lake Dam
North Carolina — Richmond County — Marks Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Richmond |
| River | Marks Creek |
| Coordinates | 34.84990, -79.69940 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 26 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 675 ft |
| NID Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | April 20, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1955 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Virginia J Shelley |
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.