Morning Star Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Morning Star Lake Dam, located in Harris, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 18 feet with a hydraulic height of 17 feet, this earthen dam holds a storage capacity of 16 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 1.5 acres. The dam, situated on Floyds Creek-Tr, is under the jurisdiction of the Nashville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers and falls within the congressional representation of Patrick T. McHenry (R).
Despite being deemed to have a significant hazard potential, Morning Star Lake Dam is currently assessed to be in fair condition as of the last inspection in May 2014. The dam does not fall under state regulation or permitting but undergoes regular inspections. While no major modifications or enhancements have been reported, the dam continues to serve its primary purpose of providing recreational opportunities to locals and visitors. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the unique features and management of Morning Star Lake Dam in the beautiful landscape of Rutherford County, North Carolina.
Dam Length |
255 |
River Or Stream |
Floyds Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
16 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Morning Star Lake Dam