Lake Lindsay Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hurley Lake Kiest Lake
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Lake Lindsay, located in Harnett County, North Carolina, is a federally owned reservoir with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Built in 1935 by the US Army, this earth dam structure stands at 22 feet high and spans 800 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 410 acre-feet. The reservoir covers an area of 44 acres and is fed by the Tr-Little River.
Despite its high hazard potential, Lake Lindsay has not undergone a recent condition assessment, with its last inspection dating back to February 2019. The reservoir's spillway is uncontrolled, with a width of 100 feet, and it features vertical lift outlet gates. While the risk assessment for the dam is moderate, the emergency action plan (EAP) has not been updated since 2003. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lake Lindsay presents an intriguing case study in dam management and risk mitigation strategies.
Year Completed |
1935 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
Tr-Little River |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
44 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
4 |
Nid Storage |
410 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
Vertical Lift |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Flat Creek Near Inverness
|
6cfs |
Little River At Manchester
|
161cfs |
Rockfish Creek At Raeford
|
74cfs |
Cape Fear River At Lillington
|
314cfs |
Drowning Creek Near Hoffman
|
104cfs |
Buckhorn Creek Nr Corinth
|
49cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Lake Lindsay