High Shoals
North Carolina — Gaston County — South Fork Catawba
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Gaston |
| River | South Fork Catawba |
| Coordinates | 35.39633, -81.20264 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 35 ft |
| Dam Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Length | 625 ft |
| NID Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | August 27, 2019 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1922 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | High Shoals, LLC |
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.