Cowans Ford
North Carolina — Mecklenburg County — Catawba River
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Mecklenburg |
| River | Catawba River |
| Coordinates | 35.43500, -80.95773 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 134 ft |
| Dam Height | 134 ft |
| Dam Length | 8,738 ft |
| NID Storage | 414,100 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 414,100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32,510 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 7, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1963 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | Duke Energy |
| Other Name | Lake Norman |
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.