W. Kerr Scott Dam and Reservoir
# W. Kerr Scott Dam and Reservoir

The W. Kerr Scott Dam and Reservoir is a 1,475-acre (5.97 $km^2)$ artificial lake impounded by a dam located in Wilkes County, North Carolina. It is located on the Yadkin River system, and is operated and managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

## Recreation

The lake is open to the public for recreational fishing and boating. It is particularly noted for its excellent bass fishing.

## History

Scott Dam was completed in 1962 to control flooding that had frequently been a problem in the area. It was named for W. Kerr Scott, the 62nd Governor of North Carolina, who played a key role in the project. The lake has a shoreline of 56 miles.

