Nelson Park Dam

North Carolina, Rutherford County, UT to Second Broad River

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyRutherford
RiverUT to Second Broad River
Coordinates35.33120, -81.82060

Physical Characteristics

NID Height27 ft
Dam Height-
Dam Length420 ft
NID Storage28 acre-ft
Max Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionApril 1, 2026
Inspection Frequency-

Dam Information

Year Completed1981
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerDennis L Newton

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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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