Muddy Creek Dam #15
North Carolina — McDowell County
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | McDowell |
| Coordinates | 35.61490, -81.88830 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 46 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| NID Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | — |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1962 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | — |
| Owner | McDowell Soil and Water Conservation District |
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.