Second Broad River WS #11-5 Dam
North Carolina — McDowell County — Hicks Branch
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | McDowell |
| River | Hicks Branch |
| Coordinates | 35.58890, -82.01340 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 465 ft |
| NID Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 10, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1994 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Rutherford County Soil/Water Conservation District |
| Other Name | Lawing Dam |
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.