Duke Power Park Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Duke Power Park Lake Dam, located in Keisters Store, North Carolina, is a state-owned earth dam on the Catawba River-Tr.
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Summary
It was completed in 1960 and primarily serves as a recreational facility, offering a surface area of 8 acres for activities such as boating and fishing. The dam has a hydraulic height of 10 feet and a structural height of 20 feet, with a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Duke Power Park Lake Dam is not currently regulated or permitted by the state. It is, however, subject to regular inspections, with the last assessment conducted in October 2016. The dam's condition was deemed "Not Rated" at that time, indicating a need for further evaluation to ensure its ongoing safety and integrity.
With a drainage area of 8,512 acres and a maximum discharge capacity of 215 cubic feet per second, Duke Power Park Lake Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. While it may not be as high-risk as some other dams, ongoing monitoring and maintenance are essential to prevent potential hazards and ensure the continued protection of surrounding communities and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
300 |
River Or Stream |
Catawba River-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
8512 |
Nid Storage |
84 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Duke Power Park Lake Dam