Buck Retention Basin Dam
North Carolina — Rowan County
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Rowan |
| Coordinates | 35.70820, -80.37360 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 24 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | — |
| NID Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | November 13, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 2019 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | Duke Energy Corporation |
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.