Sequoyah Dam
High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Macon |
| Nearest City | Franklin |
| River/Stream | Cullasaja River |
| Coordinates | 35.06750, -83.22490 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| NID Height | 25 ft |
| Dam Length | 194 ft |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 2,376 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,376 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1,980 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 54 acres |
| Drainage Area | 14 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 11,900 cfs |
| Spillway Type | None |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Owner | Town of Highlands |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 12/20/2024 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |