Crooked Creek Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Crooked Creek Lake Dam, located in Hendersonville, North Carolina, was completed in 1938 and serves as a recreational water resource for the area.


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Summary

The dam, standing at a structural height of 23.8 feet with a hydraulic height of 19.2 feet, impounds the waters of Mud Creek to create a lake with a normal storage capacity of 77 acre-feet. The dam is privately owned and regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Dam Safety Program.

Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam was found to be in satisfactory condition during its last inspection in March 2017. The dam has an emergency action plan in place, although details on its readiness and compliance with guidelines were not available. With a drainage area of 128 square miles, Crooked Creek Lake Dam plays a vital role in managing water resources and providing recreational opportunities for the local community.

As a key feature of the area's water infrastructure, Crooked Creek Lake Dam stands as a testament to the importance of proper dam management and maintenance in ensuring both public safety and environmental sustainability. With its historical significance and ongoing regulatory oversight, the dam serves as a valuable resource for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the intersection of human development and natural ecosystems.

Year Completed

1938

Dam Length

225

River Or Stream

Mud Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Hydraulic Height

19.2

Drainage Area

128

Nid Storage

123

Structural Height

23.8

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

24
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.