Simpson Dam

North Carolina — Surry County — Davenport Creek

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountySurry
RiverDavenport Creek
Coordinates36.28370, -80.68670

Physical Characteristics

NID Height16 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length195 ft
NID Storage19 acre-ft
Max Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJanuary 17, 2024
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerGary E Snow

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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.

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