Fair Lake Dam
North Carolina — Scotland County — Gum Swamp Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Scotland |
| River | Gum Swamp Creek |
| Coordinates | 34.74180, -79.51710 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 521 ft |
| NID Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | December 14, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1952 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Scotland Soil and Water Conservation |
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.