Nantahala - Gated Spillway and 2 Fuseplugs

Macon County, North Carolina (near Nantahala)

River/Stream: Nantahala River

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Gravity
Height
45 ft
Dam Length
174 ft
Reservoir Storage
126,000 acre-ft
Year Completed
1942
Primary Purpose
Hydroelectric
Owner Type
Public Utility
Max Discharge
54,800 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2022-07-12

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
NC00371
State
North Carolina (NC)
Coordinates
35.19953, -83.65100
Age
84 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.