Kiser Lake Dam

Vade Mecum Creek· Stokes, North Carolina· Concrete·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Kiser Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length185 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage30 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area102 sq mi
Max Discharge4,804 cfs
NID IDNC01645

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 6, 2013
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Sammy T Peters

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kiser Lake Dam?

Kiser Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Kiser Lake Dam?

Kiser Lake Dam is owned by Sammy T Peters (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Kiser Lake Dam?

Kiser Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Kiser Lake Dam last inspected?

Kiser Lake Dam was last inspected on February 6, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.