Baucom Lake Dam
North Carolina — Mecklenburg County — Back Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Mecklenburg |
| River | Back Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.28460, -80.72060 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| NID Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | February 25, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1980 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Real Estate of NC, Inc. |
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.