Deep Creek Watershed #16a Dam

Yadkin County, North Carolina (near Boonville)

River/Stream: North Deep Creek

Low Hazard

Failure would cause minimal damage

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
26 ft
Dam Length
824 ft
Reservoir Storage
714 acre-ft
Year Completed
1963
Primary Purpose
Flood Risk Reduction
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge
1,150 cfs

Condition Assessment

FairLast inspected: 2025-02-12

Hazard Classification: Low — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Fair — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
NC00260
State
North Carolina (NC)
Coordinates
36.22460, -80.72670
Age
63 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.