Nelson Park Dam
North Carolina — Rutherford County — UT to Second Broad River
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Rutherford |
| River | UT to Second Broad River |
| Coordinates | 35.33120, -81.82060 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 27 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| NID Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | January 3, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1981 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Dennis L Newton |
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.