Poston Park Dam
North Carolina, Gaston County, Houser Branch
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Gaston |
| River | Houser Branch |
| Coordinates | 35.28320, -81.10650 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 44 ft |
| Dam Height | - |
| Dam Length | 633 ft |
| NID Storage | 325 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 325 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | January 14, 2026 |
| Inspection Frequency | - |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 2010 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Gaston County Parks & Recreation |
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.