Whisper Lake Dam

North Carolina — Moore County — Little River

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMoore
RiverLittle River
Coordinates35.25570, -79.35490

Physical Characteristics

NID Height31 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length900 ft
NID Storage523 acre-ft
Max Storage523 acre-ft
Surface Area43 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 27, 2021
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed1978
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerVillage of Whispering Pines

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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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