Pharr Yarns Dam

North Carolina, Gaston County, S. Fork Catawba River

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyGaston
RiverS. Fork Catawba River
Coordinates35.30521, -81.10779

Physical Characteristics

NID Height12 ft
Dam Height-
Dam Length276 ft
NID Storage12 acre-ft
Max Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJanuary 14, 2026
Inspection Frequency-

Dam Information

Year Completed-
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerBelmont Land & Investment Company, LLC

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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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