Perry Lake Dam

Norris Creek· Franklin, North Carolina· Built 1900· Concrete·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Perry Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length100 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage360 acre-ft
Normal Storage360 acre-ft
Surface Area60 acres
Max Discharge132 cfs
Year Completed1900 (126 years old)
NID IDNC01063

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: January 17, 2001
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Bennie L Perry

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Perry Lake Dam?

Perry 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 Perry Lake Dam?

Perry Lake Dam is owned by Bennie L Perry (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Perry Lake Dam built?

Perry Lake Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Perry Lake Dam?

Perry 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 Perry Lake Dam last inspected?

Perry Lake Dam was last inspected on January 17, 2001. 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.