Watson Lake Dam

North Carolina — Lee County — Juniper Creek

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyLee
RiverJuniper Creek
Coordinates35.45430, -79.04660

Physical Characteristics

NID Height32 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length720 ft
NID Storage112 acre-ft
Max Storage112 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJanuary 24, 2025
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed1956
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTown of Broadway

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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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