Lake Toxaway Lower Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyTransylvania
Nearest CitySeneca, SC
River/StreamToxaway River
Coordinates35.12460, -82.93280

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height60 ft
Dam Length600 ft
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage21,550 acre-ft
Max Storage21,550 acre-ft
Normal Storage15,680 acre-ft
Surface Area527 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerLake Toxaway Community Association, Inc.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/16/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00167
Federal IDNC00167
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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