Gaston
North Carolina — Northampton County
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Northampton |
| Coordinates | 36.50190, -77.81100 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 99 ft |
| Dam Height | 99 ft |
| Dam Length | 3,600 ft |
| NID Storage | 513,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 513,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20,300 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | — |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1963 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | — |
| Owner | Virginia Electric and Power Company |
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.