Lake Tahoma Dam
North Carolina — McDowell County — Buck Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | McDowell |
| River | Buck Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.72330, -82.07980 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 73 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 308 ft |
| NID Storage | 7,800 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 7,800 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 163 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 3, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1928 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Buck Creek 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.