Whippoorwill Lake Dam
North Carolina — Mecklenburg County — Coffey Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Mecklenburg |
| River | Coffey Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.18610, -80.93840 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 40 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| NID Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | January 7, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1953 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Charlotte |
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.