Rink Lake Dam

North Carolina — Alexander County — Little River

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyAlexander
RiverLittle River
Coordinates35.83020, -81.26670

Physical Characteristics

NID Height48 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length313 ft
NID Storage2,129 acre-ft
Max Storage2,129 acre-ft
Surface Area95 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionOctober 1, 2024
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed1917
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeArch
Owner TypePublic Utility
OwnerDuke Energy Corporation

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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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