Lincoln Raw Water Reservoir Dam
Lincoln Raw Water Reservoir Dam is an earth dam located in Lincoln County, North Carolina, built in 1994. It carries a Significant hazard potential classification and has a satisfactory condition assessment.
About Lincoln Raw Water Reservoir Dam
The primary purpose of Lincoln Raw Water Reservoir Dam is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Duke Energy Corporation (public utility). It impounds the Killian Creek.
The dam stands 45 feet tall and stretches 480 feet across, creates a reservoir covering 14 acres, and has a maximum storage capacity of 227 acre-feet. Completed in 1994, the structure is 32 years old.
This dam has a significant hazard potential classification, meaning that a failure could cause significant economic damage — flooding roads, bridges, or property downstream — but is not expected to result in loss of life. Its condition is rated satisfactory, indicating no existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. An emergency action plan is in place for this dam. The most recent inspection on record was 09/27/2023.
At 45 feet, this dam is taller than 91% of dams nationwide.
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Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Lincoln |
| River/Stream | Killian Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.43540, -81.03860 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 45 ft |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 227 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 227 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Max Discharge | 32 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Controlled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | Duke Energy Corporation |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 09/27/2023 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |
Identifiers
| NID ID | NC05092 |
| Federal ID | NC05092 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |