Mayo Lake Dam
North Carolina — Person County — Mayo Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Person |
| River | Mayo Creek |
| Coordinates | 36.53670, -78.87600 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 100 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 2,600 ft |
| NID Storage | 142,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 142,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,800 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 16, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | Duke Energy Corporation |
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.