Cane Creek Lake Dam

North Carolina, Union County, Cane Creek

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyUnion
RiverCane Creek
Coordinates34.83500, -80.69210

Physical Characteristics

NID Height45 ft
Dam Height-
Dam Length1,057 ft
NID Storage6,030 acre-ft
Max Storage6,030 acre-ft
Surface Area308 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJanuary 15, 2026
Inspection Frequency-

Dam Information

Year Completed1974
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerUnion County Parks & Recreation
Other NameCane 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.

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