Shaw-Hudson Lake Dam

North Carolina — Randolph County — Richland Creek

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyRandolph
RiverRichland Creek
Coordinates35.64030, -79.78180

Physical Characteristics

NID Height22 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length435 ft
NID Storage50 acre-ft
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionMarch 20, 2025
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed1970
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerAlfred C LaPrade

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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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