Osceola Lake Dam
North Carolina — Henderson County — Shepherd Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Henderson |
| River | Shepherd Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.29780, -82.47330 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 30 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| NID Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | January 24, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1920 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | T & A Carolina 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.