Paradise Point Dam

North Carolina — Gaston County — South Fork River

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyGaston
RiverSouth Fork River
Coordinates35.18480, -81.04910

Physical Characteristics

NID Height22 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length275 ft
NID Storage50 acre-ft
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionFebruary 26, 2025
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerGeneral Homes 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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