Watson Lake Dam #1
North Carolina — Moore County — Aberdeen Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Moore |
| River | Aberdeen Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.16570, -79.43460 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 25 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 459 ft |
| NID Storage | 579 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 579 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 62 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 9, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1928 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Country Club of NC |
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.