Cedar Lake Dam

North Carolina — Cleveland County — Little Buffalo Creek

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyCleveland
RiverLittle Buffalo Creek
Coordinates35.40230, -81.45980

Physical Characteristics

NID Height37 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length851 ft
NID Storage300 acre-ft
Max Storage300 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJanuary 7, 2025
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed1965
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerCedar Lake Farm, LLC

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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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