Nicholas Lake Dam
North Carolina — Rowan County — Persimmon Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Rowan |
| River | Persimmon Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.63750, -80.35040 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 27 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 595 ft |
| NID Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | January 26, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1969 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Rowan County |
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.