Buck Main Ash Basin Dam

Rowan County, North Carolina (near High Rock)

River/Stream: Yadkin River

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
70 ft
Dam Length
2,384 ft
Reservoir Storage
262 acre-ft
Year Completed
1957
Primary Purpose
Tailings
Owner Type
Public Utility
Max Discharge
—

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2024-11-13

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

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

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
NC01549
State
North Carolina (NC)
Coordinates
35.71100, -80.36330
Age
69 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.