Lower Angel Lake Dam

Smith Creek· Forsyth, North Carolina· Built 1962· Earth·
Low Hazard Other Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Lower Angel Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage72 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area2,413 sq mi
Max Discharge990 cfs
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDNC00369

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: November 6, 2013
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lower Angel Lake Dam?

Lower Angel 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 Lower Angel Lake Dam?

Lower Angel Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lower Angel Lake Dam built?

Lower Angel Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Lower Angel Lake Dam?

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

When was Lower Angel Lake Dam last inspected?

Lower Angel Lake Dam was last inspected on November 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.