Sparrow Springs Lake Dam

North Carolina — Gaston County — UT to South Crowders Creek

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyGaston
RiverUT to South Crowders Creek
Coordinates35.18800, -81.29120

Physical Characteristics

NID Height28 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length256 ft
NID Storage60 acre-ft
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionFebruary 1, 2024
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerJames W. Isbill Heirs

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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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