Badin Lake, Recreational reservoir in the Piedmont region, North Carolina, United States
Badin Lake spans 5,350 acres within the Uwharrie National Forest, featuring 115 miles of shoreline and a maximum depth of 190 feet.
The Badin Lake Dam, constructed in 1917, supported the local aluminum smelting plant and established the community named after founder Adrien Badin.
The lake forms a central gathering point where residents participate in seasonal community events, fishing tournaments, and outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.
The recreation area contains two camping loops with non-electric sites, each equipped with tables, grills, drinking water access, and tent pads.
A U.S. Navy PBJ-89050 airplane remains submerged in Badin Lake since its crash in 1944, with two crew members never recovered.
Location: North Carolina
Elevation above the sea: 164 m
GPS coordinates: 35.41972,-80.09278
Latest update: May 12, 2025 20:08
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