Jordan Lake, Water reservoir in Chatham County, North Carolina, United States.
Jordan Lake extends over 13,940 acres with a maximum length of 16 miles and width of 5 miles in the New Hope Valley.
The reservoir was created in 1974 through the New Hope Lake Project and named after Senator B. Everett Jordan following devastating floods in 1945.
The lake waters cover former communities, including Seaforth, Farrington, Lane, and Friendship, where integrated neighborhoods existed after the Civil War.
The recreation area features seven access points with over 1,000 campsites, boat ramps, swimming areas, and 15 miles of hiking trails.
The reservoir serves as a major nesting ground for bald eagles, which visitors can observe from designated platforms throughout the year.
Location: North Carolina
Elevation above the sea: 66 m
GPS coordinates: 35.75000,-79.02500
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:49
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Luther Clegg House
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Henry Adolphus London House
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London Cottage
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Robert Joseph Moore House
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New Hope Valley Railway
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O'Kelly's Chapel
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Vista Point Beach
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New Hill Historic District
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