Rink Lake Dam

Alexander County, North Carolina (near Lake Hickory)

River/Stream: Little River

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Arch
Height
48 ft
Dam Length
313 ft
Reservoir Storage
2,129 acre-ft
Year Completed
1917
Primary Purpose
Hydroelectric
Owner Type
Public Utility
Max Discharge
10,500 cfs

Condition Assessment

FairLast inspected: 2024-10-01

Hazard Classification: Significant — 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
NC01342
State
North Carolina (NC)
Coordinates
35.83020, -81.26670
Age
109 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.