Tryon Road Dam

North Carolina — Wake County — Swift Creek

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyWake
RiverSwift Creek
Coordinates35.74650, -78.75030

Physical Characteristics

NID Height0 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length
NID Storage0 acre-ft
Max Storage
Surface Area

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionApril 10, 2025
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed1900
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTown of Cary
Other NameMacedonia Lake Dam

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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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