Carpenter Lake Dam, located in High Shoals, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure that serves as a key recreational resource in the area.
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Completed in 1958, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 30 feet with a hydraulic height of 25 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 134 acre-feet. The dam is primarily used for recreation purposes, offering a surface area of 11 acres for activities such as boating, fishing, and wildlife observation.
Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Carpenter Lake Dam is subject to state regulation and inspection by the North Carolina Dam Safety Program. With a last inspection date in October 2019 and an inspection frequency of 5 years, the dam is monitored to ensure its safety and functionality. In the event of an emergency, the dam's emergency action plan status, inundation maps, and risk assessment details remain unspecified in the available data.
Situated on the South Fork-Os River within Lincoln County, Carpenter Lake Dam is a significant water resource within the region. Its presence contributes to the local ecosystem and provides opportunities for outdoor recreation while being carefully monitored and regulated to mitigate any potential risks associated with its operation.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
630 |
River Or Stream |
South Fork-Os |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
134 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
Indian Creek Near Laboratory
|
608cfs |
Long Creek Near Bessemer City
|
13cfs |
Killian Creek Near Mariposa
|
37cfs |
South Fork Catawba River At Lowell
|
396cfs |
Long Creek Nr Rhyne
|
9cfs |
Mcdowell Creek Nr Charlotte
|
0cfs |