Northshore Lake Dam
North Carolina — Wake County — Marsh Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Wake |
| River | Marsh Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.83690, -78.58780 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 246 ft |
| NID Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | December 17, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1957 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Raleigh Public Utilities Department |
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.