Cane Creek Lake Dam
North Carolina, Union County, Cane Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Union |
| River | Cane Creek |
| Coordinates | 34.83500, -80.69210 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 45 ft |
| Dam Height | - |
| Dam Length | 1,057 ft |
| NID Storage | 6,030 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 6,030 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 308 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | January 15, 2026 |
| Inspection Frequency | - |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1974 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Union County Parks & Recreation |
| Other Name | Cane Creek Watershed Dam 3a |
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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.