Spencer Mountain-Canal Embankment
North Carolina — Gaston County — South Fork Catawba River
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Gaston |
| River | South Fork Catawba River |
| Coordinates | 35.30970, -81.10550 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 13 ft |
| Dam Height | 10 ft |
| Dam Length | 3,644 ft |
| NID Storage | 166 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 166 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 69 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | April 27, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1905 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | Not Listed |
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.