Lake Houser Dam

North Carolina — Cleveland County — Broad River

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyCleveland
RiverBroad River
Coordinates35.22210, -81.72930

Physical Characteristics

NID Height55 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length340 ft
NID Storage660 acre-ft
Max Storage660 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJanuary 28, 2025
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed1970
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerLake Houser, Inc.

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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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